Sherwin Williams Notable Hue SW 6521
| Official page: | Notable Hue SW 6521 |
| Code: | SW 6521 |
| Name: | Notable Hue |
| Brand: | Sherwin Williams |
What color is Sherwin Williams Notable Hue?
Embrace the charm of Sherwin Williams Notable Hue (SW 6521) as it infuses a space with warmth and sophistication. This rich and elegant color exudes a sense of luxury, making it perfect for creating a cozy atmosphere in living rooms or bedrooms. Pair Notable Hue with neutral tones and metallic accents for a modern and opulent look. Let this striking shade transform your space into a sanctuary of style and elegance.
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What are Sherwin Williams Notable Hue undertones?
The undertone of Notable Hue 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#8BA7BB
RGB code:
139, 167, 187
Is Sherwin Williams Notable Hue SW 6521 cool or warm?
warm
cool
With a hue of 205° thisBluerefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
SW 6521 Notable Hue HSL code: 205, 26%, 64%
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 Notable Hue
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 Blue shade looks under different lighting:
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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Sherwin Williams Notable Hue:
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
SW 6521
Notable Hue
Darker shades
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 Notable Hue with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 25, such as Sherwin Williams Truly Taupe and Heavenly White.
LRV of Notable Hue
Notable Hue has an LRV of 36.69% and refers to Medium colors that reflect a lot of light. Why LRV is important?
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 36.69%, 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 | #8ba7bb |  |
| RGB Decimal | 139, 167, 187 | |
| RGB Percent | 54.51%, 65.49%, 73.33% | |
| HSV | Hue: 205° Saturation: 25.67% Value: 73.33% | |
| HSL | hsl(205, 26, 64) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 25.67 Magenta: 10.7 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 26.67 | |
| YIQ | Y: 160.908 I: -23.112 Q: 0.301 | |
| XYZ | X: 33.433 Y: 36.713 Z: 52.325 | |
| CIE Lab | L:67.061 a:-5.072 b:-13.447 | |
| CIE Luv | L:67.061 u:-15.162 v:-19.608 | |
| Decimal | 9152443 | |
| Hunter Lab | 60.591, -7.543, -8.787 | |
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