Sherwin Williams Outerspace SW 6251
| Official page: | Outerspace SW 6251 |
| Code: | SW 6251 |
| Name: | Outerspace |
| Brand: | Sherwin Williams |
| Collections: | Midnight Mystery |
What color is Sherwin Williams Outerspace?
Sherwin Williams SW 6251 Outerspace is a rich and sophisticated dark blue-gray color that adds depth and elegance to any space. This versatile hue pairs beautifully with warm neutrals like SW 7015 Repose Gray and crisp whites like SW 7006 Extra White for a modern and timeless look. For a bolder contrast, consider combining Outerspace with SW 6258 Tricorn Black or SW 6252 Ice Cube for a dramatic effect. Whether used as an accent or as a main wall color, Outerspace brings a sense of depth and sophistication to any room.
Outerspace for bedroom
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Outerspace for living room
Check out this stunning Dark color used in real living rooms. Explore how this Grey shade can create a unique space
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Sherwin Williams SW 6251 for bathroom
Looking for inspiration for your dream bathroom renovation project? These beautiful handpicked photos will show you this delightfully cool Dark real bathrooms.
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Sherwin Williams SW 6251 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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Outerspace 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 Outerspace 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 Outerspace undertones?
The undertone of Outerspace 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:
#586168
RGB code:
88, 97, 104
Is Sherwin Williams Outerspace SW 6251 cool or warm?
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cool
With a hue of 206° thisblackrefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
SW 6251 Outerspace HSL code: 206, 8%, 38%
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 grey shades are versatile and provide a neutral canvas for your interior design. They seamlessly complement any style, whether it's Victorian, Scandinavian, or Modern.
- 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 Outerspace
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 black shade looks under different lighting:
4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Sherwin Williams Outerspace:
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 6251
Outerspace
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 Outerspace with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 26, such as Sherwin Williams Truly Taupe and Heavenly White.
LRV of Outerspace
Outerspace has an LRV of 11.64% and refers to Medium Dark which means that this color reflects very little 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 11.64%, 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 | #586168 |  |
| RGB Decimal | 88, 97, 104 | |
| RGB Percent | 34.51%, 38.04%, 40.78% | |
| HSV | Hue: 206° Saturation: 15.38% Value: 40.78% | |
| HSL | hsl(206, 8, 38) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 15.38 Magenta: 6.73 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 59.22 | |
| YIQ | Y: 95.107 I: -7.613 Q: 0.275 | |
| XYZ | X: 10.797 Y: 11.623 Z: 14.768 | |
| CIE Lab | L:40.611 a:-1.859 b:-5.152 | |
| CIE Luv | L:40.611 u:-5.076 v:-6.557 | |
| Decimal | 5792104 | |
| Hunter Lab | 34.093, -3.133, -1.817 | |
Sherwin Williams SW 6251 Outerspace
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