Sherwin Williams Languid Blue SW 6226

Official page:Languid Blue SW 6226
Code:SW 6226
Name:Languid Blue
Brand:Sherwin Williams
Collections:Living Well

What color is Sherwin Williams Languid Blue?

Sherwin Williams SW 6226 Languid Blue is a serene and dreamy hue that adds a touch of sophistication to any space. This soft and calming blue pairs beautifully with warm neutrals such as SW 7036 Accessible Beige and SW 7044 Amazing Gray for a harmonious and balanced look. For a more bold and contemporary aesthetic, consider pairing Languid Blue with crisp whites like SW 7006 Extra White or SW 7008 Alabaster. Whether used as a main wall color or as an accent, SW 6226 Languid Blue is versatile and timeless, making it a perfect choice for those seeking a peaceful and stylish atmosphere in their home.

Languid Blue for bedroom

We’ve hand-picked a beautiful collection of photos of this amazing Beige shade used in real bedrooms. Take a look and imagine how this wonderful cool Mid-tone paint color could transform your own bedroom space.

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Sherwin Williams Languid Blue Bedroom
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Sherwin Williams Languid Blue Bedroom
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Sherwin Williams Languid Blue Bedroom
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Languid Blue for living room

Check out this stunning Mid-tone color used in real living rooms. Explore how this Blue shade can create a unique space

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Sherwin Williams SW 6226 on kitchen cabinets

Want a stylish kitchen? View real-life photo examples of this fascinating cool hue is paired with backsplashes, countertops, and hardware.

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Languid Blue for exterior

Looking for a fresh new look for your house exterior or starting from skretch? We’ve collected pictures of real-life homes that have been painted with this cool hue. Find inspiration for your house’s exterior, front doors, gates, shutters, frames or windows.

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Sherwin Williams Languid Blue reviews

View the photos of real spaces painted with this that were not included in specific categories.Close-ups, painted furniture, storages and dressers, hallways, stairs and ceilings.

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What are Sherwin Williams Languid Blue undertones?

The undertone of Languid Blue 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.

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HEX value

HEX value:

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RGB code:

164, 183, 189

Is Sherwin Williams Languid Blue SW 6226 cool or warm?

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With a hue of 194° thisBluerefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

SW 6226 Languid Blue HSL code: 194, 16%, 69%

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.
  • Using mid-tone cool colors like soft greys and muted blues can help create a calming and modern look in rooms like home offices, bathrooms, and bedrooms. But avoid using these shades in rooms without natural light, as they may look dull.

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 Languid Blue

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 sunlightVisible temp.HueDuration
NorthCoolBluishAll day
EastWarmYellowBefore noon
WestWarmOrange‑redAfter noon
SouthWarmOrange‑yellowAll day

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

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Sherwin Williams Languid Blue:

Monochromatic color scheme

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

Darker shades

Complementary color scheme

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 Languid Blue with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 14, such as Sherwin Williams Mauve Tinge and Studio Mauve.

LRV of Languid Blue

Languid Blue has an LRV of 45.62% and refers to Light Medium colors that reflect half of the incident lightWhy 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 45.62%, 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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HEX#a4b7bdCopy color code
RGB Decimal164, 183, 189Copy color code
RGB Percent64.31%, 71.76%, 74.12%Copy color code
HSVHue: 194° Saturation: 13.23% Value: 74.12%Copy color code
HSLhsl(194, 16, 69)Copy color code
CMYKCyan: 13.23 Magenta: 3.17 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 25.88Copy color code
YIQY: 178.003 I: -13.25 Q: -2.152Copy color code
XYZX: 41.426 Y: 45.433 Z: 54.717Copy color code
CIE LabL:73.176 a:-5.285 b:-5.256Copy color code
CIE LuvL:73.176 u:-10.504 v:-7.026Copy color code
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