Sherwin Williams Poolhouse SW 7603
| Official page: | Poolhouse SW 7603 |
| Code: | SW 7603 |
| Name: | Poolhouse |
| Brand: | Sherwin Williams |
| Collections: | Timeless Color Wall, Honed Vitality |
What color is Sherwin Williams Poolhouse?
Evoke tranquility and whimsy with the refreshing hue of Sherwin Williams Pool House (SW 7603). This soft and airy shade effortlessly transforms any space into a peaceful oasis, reminiscent of clear skies and soothing waters. Ideal for bedrooms, living rooms, and bathrooms, Pool House brings a sense of serenity and relaxation, perfect for unwinding after a long day. Embrace a coastal feel in your home with this versatile color that pairs beautifully with both neutrals and bold accents. Infuse your interior with the beauty of Pool House for a space that exudes timeless charm and effortless elegance.
Poolhouse 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.
Sherwin Williams SW 7603 on kitchen cabinets
Want a stylish kitchen? View real-life photo examples of this fascinating cool hue is paired with backsplashes, countertops, and hardware.
Poolhouse 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.
Sherwin Williams Poolhouse 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 Poolhouse undertones?
The undertone of Poolhouse 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#8095A0
RGB code:
128, 149, 160
Is Sherwin Williams Poolhouse SW 7603 cool or warm?
With a hue of 201° thisBluerefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
SW 7603 Poolhouse HSL code: 201, 14%, 56%
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.
- 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.
- 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 Poolhouse
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:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Sherwin Williams Poolhouse:
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
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 Poolhouse with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 21, such as Sherwin Williams Studio Mauve and Truly Taupe.
LRV of Poolhouse
Poolhouse has an LRV of 28.57% 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 28.57%, 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
We have collected almost every possible color code you could ever need. To copy the code, just click the icon to the right of it.
| Format | Code | |
|---|---|---|
| HEX | #8095a0 | |
| RGB Decimal | 128, 149, 160 | |
| RGB Percent | 50.20%, 58.43%, 62.75% | |
| HSV | Hue: 201° Saturation: 20.0% Value: 62.75% | |
| HSL | hsl(201, 14, 56) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 20.0 Magenta: 6.87 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 37.25 | |
| YIQ | Y: 143.975 I: -16.049 Q: -1.019 | |
| XYZ | X: 25.993 Y: 28.621 Z: 37.403 | |
| CIE Lab | L:60.446 a:-4.965 b:-8.267 | |
| CIE Luv | L:60.446 u:-11.504 v:-11.353 | |
| Decimal | 8426912 | |
| Hunter Lab | 53.499, -6.899, -4.003 |
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