What is the HEX code for Sherwin Williams In the Navy?

The hexadecimal color code for Sherwin Williams In the Navy undertone is #283849 .

What is the RGB code of Sherwin Williams In the Navy?

RGB code is 40, 56, 73 . RGB (red, green and blue) additive color model is a system representing the colors used on a digital display screen (TV, PC, laptop, phone or tablet). It defines the intensity of the color with a value between 0 and 255.

Sherwin Williams In the Navy SW 9178

Q: Is Sherwin Williams In the Navy SW 9178 cool or warm?

Sherwin Williams SW 9178 In the Navy is cool color according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

Q: What are Sherwin Williams In the Navy undertones?

Blue is Sherwin Williams In the Navy undertone color.

Official page:	In the Navy SW 9178
Code:	SW 9178
Name:	In the Navy
Brand:	Sherwin Williams
Collections:	2018 Unity

What color is Sherwin Williams In the Navy?

Transform your space with the rich, bold hue of Sherwin Williams SW 9178 In the Navy. This deep navy blue exudes a sense of sophistication and charm, perfect for creating a modern and timeless interior. Pair In the Navy with crisp whites, such as Sherwin Williams SW 7005 Pure White, to create a striking contrast that highlights the depth of the color. For a more luxurious look, combine it with warm neutrals like Sherwin Williams SW 7036 Accessible Beige or Sherwin Williams SW 7030 Anew Gray. Elevate your space with the versatility and elegance of In the Navy, a color that transcends trends and adds a touch of drama to any room.

In the Navy for living room

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What are Sherwin Williams In the Navy undertones?

The undertone of In the Navy can be accurately described as a Blue hue, as is apparent from the color space provided. By isolating the pure hue and eliminating any tints, tones, and shades, we were able to precisely determine its undertone. This approach has proven to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.

HEX value

HEX value:

#283849

RGB code:

40, 56, 73

Is Sherwin Williams In the Navy SW 9178 cool or warm?

warm

cool

With a hue of 211° thisdark bluerefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

SW 9178 In the Navy HSL code: 211, 29%, 22%

Hue - degree on a color wheel from 0 to 360. 0 is red, 120 is green, and 240 is blue.
Saturation is expressed as a percentage. At 0%, it appears as a shade of grey, and at 100%, it is in full color..
Lightness is also a percentage value. 0% is black, and 100% is white.

Cooler hues have a calm and relaxation effect
Cool blue shades make a room feel sleek, fresh, and modern, perfect for bedrooms, bathrooms, and home offices where a sense of calm and sophistication is desired.
Dark, cool shades create a dramatic and sophisticated atmosphere, making them a great choice for bedrooms and living rooms when you want to make a bold yet calming statement. However, be cautious about using dark, cool colors in small spaces, as they can make the room feel smaller and more enclosed.

Act like a pro: Mixing warm and cool shades is a must have to get harmonius interior. Add accents that contrast with the primary color to create visual balance. If your walls are a warm color, don’t forget to add accent in cold colors (furniture, art, décor). A good practice is too use a complementary color scheme.

How light temperature affects In the Navy

Natural Lighting. During the day, natural light shifts from about 2000 K at sunrise/sunset to 5500–6500 K at noon.

In addition, natural‑light temperature depends on its direction:

Direction of sunlight	Visible temp.	Hue	Duration
North	Cool	Bluish	All day
East	Warm	Yellow	Before noon
West	Warm	Orange‑red	After noon
South	Warm	Orange‑yellow	All day

Artificial Lighting. When choosing bulbs, pay attention to their color‑temperature (Kelvins).
Use the slider to see how this dark blue shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Sherwin Williams In the Navy:

Monochromatic color scheme

This scheme consists of various shades, tints, and tones of a single color. While it offers a perfect combination of hues, without accent décor it may become monotonous.

Lighter shades

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Complementary color scheme

This color scheme is a combination of two shades that are opposite each other on the color wheel. The high contrast between these colors creates a vibrant and dynamic visual effect. For the color In the Navy with a blue hue, complementary colors are those with a orange hue close to 31, such as Sherwin Williams Truly Taupe and Heavenly White.

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LRV of In the Navy

In the Navy has an LRV of 3.71% and refers to Dark colors which means that this color almost does not reflect light. Why LRV is important?

Light Reflectance Value scale illustration

Light Reflectance Value measures the amount of visible and usable light that reflects from a painted surface.
Simply put, the higher the LRV of a paint color, the brighter the room you will get.
The scale goes from 0% (absolute black, absorbing all light) to 100% (pure white, reflecting all light).

Act like a pro: When choosing paint with an LRV of 3.71%, pay attention to your bulbs' brightness. Light brightness is measured in lumens. The lower the paint's LRV, the higher lumen level you need. Every square foot of room needs at least 40 lumens. That means for a 200 ft² living room you’ll need about 8000 lumens of light – e.g., eight 1000 lm bulbs.

Color codes

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Format	Code
HEX	#283849
RGB Decimal	40, 56, 73
RGB Percent	15.69%, 21.96%, 28.63%
HSV	Hue: 211° Saturation: 45.21% Value: 28.63%
HSL	hsl(211, 29, 22)
CMYK	Cyan: 45.21 Magenta: 23.29 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 71.37
YIQ	Y: 53.154 I: -14.997 Q: 1.906
XYZ	X: 3.491 Y: 3.76 Z: 6.843
CIE Lab	L:22.863 a:-1.302 b:-12.514
CIE Luv	L:22.863 u:-7.191 v:-14.131
Decimal	2635849
Hunter Lab	19.391, -1.797, -7.35