Sherwin Williams Nifty Turquoise SW 6941

Official page:Nifty Turquoise SW 6941
Code:SW 6941
Name:Nifty Turquoise
Brand:Sherwin Williams
Collections:2015 Unrestrained

What color is Sherwin Williams Nifty Turquoise?

Immerse yourself in the tranquil beauty of Sherwin Williams Nifty Turquoise (SW 6941). This vibrant hue effortlessly captures the essence of a tropical oasis, infusing any space with a sense of calm and serenity. Ideal for brightening up a living room, bedroom, or bathroom, Nifty Turquoise adds a refreshing pop of color while exuding a harmonious vibe. Whether paired with crisp whites for a modern look or with earthy tones for a more rustic feel, this versatile shade is sure to make a stunning statement in any room. Embrace the soothing allure of Nifty Turquoise and transform your home into a peaceful retreat.

Sherwin Williams Nifty Turquoise reviews

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What are Sherwin Williams Nifty Turquoise undertones?

The undertone of Nifty Turquoise 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:

#019187

RGB code:

1, 145, 135

Is Sherwin Williams Nifty Turquoise SW 6941 cool or warm?

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Color wheel
cool

With a hue of 176° thisdark bluerefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

SW 6941 Nifty Turquoise HSL code: 176, 99%, 29%

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 Nifty Turquoise

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 dark blue shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Sherwin Williams Nifty Turquoise:

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 Nifty Turquoise with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 356, such as Sherwin Williams Coming up Roses and Loveable.

LRV of Nifty Turquoise

Nifty Turquoise has an LRV of 21.02% and refers to Medium colors that reflect a lot of 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 21.02%, 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#019187Copy color code
RGB Decimal1, 145, 135Copy color code
RGB Percent0.39%, 56.86%, 52.94%Copy color code
HSVHue: 176° Saturation: 99.31% Value: 56.86%Copy color code
HSLhsl(176, 99, 29)Copy color code
CMYKCyan: 99.31 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 6.9 Key: 43.14Copy color code
YIQY: 100.804 I: -82.596 Q: -33.573Copy color code
XYZX: 14.509 Y: 22.005 Z: 26.398Copy color code
CIE LabL:54.032 a:-34.643 b:-3.965Copy color code
CIE LuvL:54.032 u:-42.771 v:-0.706Copy color code
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Hunter Lab46.909, -26.882, -0.529Copy color code
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