Sherwin Williams Potentially Purple SW 6821
| Official page: | Potentially Purple SW 6821 |
| Code: | SW 6821 |
| Name: | Potentially Purple |
| Brand: | Sherwin Williams |
| Collections: | Living Well |
What color is Sherwin Williams Potentially Purple?
Immerse your space in the enchanting allure of Potentially Purple (SW 6821) by Sherwin Williams. This rich and sophisticated hue brings a sense of luxury and mystery to any room it graces. Ideal for creating a cozy and inviting atmosphere, rooms such as bedrooms, home offices, or libraries can benefit from the elegant charm of this color. Incorporate Potentially Purple into your decor to add a touch of glamour and depth, transforming your space into a haven of comfort and style.
Potentially Purple 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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What are Sherwin Williams Potentially Purple undertones?
The undertone of Potentially Purple can be accurately described as a Purple 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#D1CBDF
RGB code:
209, 203, 223
Is Sherwin Williams Potentially Purple SW 6821 cool or warm?
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With a hue of 258° thisPurplerefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
SW 6821 Potentially Purple HSL code: 258, 24%, 84%
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 purple shades add a touch of elegance and creativity to a room, making it feel luxurious and imaginative, ideal for bedrooms, creative spaces, and living areas.
- Light, soft colors like pastel blues and greens make a room feel fresh and open. They're great for bathrooms, nurseries, and kitchens, creating a calm and inviting atmosphere. Just avoid using these colors in north-facing rooms, as they might feel too cold.
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 Potentially Purple
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 Purple shade looks under different lighting:
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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Sherwin Williams Potentially Purple:
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.
Darker shades
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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 Potentially Purple with a blue hue, complementary colors are those with a orange hue close to 78, such as Sherwin Williams Spare White and Green Onyx.
LRV of Potentially Purple
Potentially Purple has an LRV of 61.51% and refers to Light colors that reflect most of the incident 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 61.51%, 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 | #d1cbdf |  |
| RGB Decimal | 209, 203, 223 | |
| RGB Percent | 81.96%, 79.61%, 87.45% | |
| HSV | Hue: 258° Saturation: 8.97% Value: 87.45% | |
| HSL | hsl(258, 24, 84) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 6.28 Magenta: 8.97 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 12.55 | |
| YIQ | Y: 207.074 I: -2.851 Q: 7.493 | |
| XYZ | X: 60.966 Y: 61.595 Z: 78.469 | |
| CIE Lab | L:82.697 a:5.788 b:-9.144 | |
| CIE Luv | L:82.697 u:2.151 v:-15.114 | |
| Decimal | 13749215 | |
| Hunter Lab | 78.482, 1.317, -4.342 | |
Sherwin Williams SW 6821 Potentially Purple
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