Sherwin Williams Purple Passage SW 6551
| Official page: | Purple Passage SW 6551 |
| Code: | SW 6551 |
| Name: | Purple Passage |
| Brand: | Sherwin Williams |
| Collections: | Restless Nomad, 2016 Trajectory |
What color is Sherwin Williams Purple Passage?
Imagine stepping into a space painted in Sherwin Williams SW 6551 Purple Passage – a rich and inviting hue that evokes a sense of luxury and sophistication. This color pairs beautifully with soft neutrals like warm grays and creams to balance its boldness. Additionally, incorporating accents in shades of forest green and deep navy can further enhance the regal feel of the room. Whether used as a statement wall or throughout an entire space, Purple Passage adds a touch of drama and elegance to any interior.
Purple Passage 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 Dark paint color could transform your own bedroom space.
Purple Passage for living room
Check out this stunning Dark color used in real living rooms. Explore how this Purple shade can create a unique space
Sherwin Williams SW 6551 for bathroom
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Sherwin Williams SW 6551 on kitchen cabinets
Want a stylish kitchen? View real-life photo examples of this fascinating cool hue is paired with backsplashes, countertops, and hardware.
Sherwin Williams Purple Passage 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 Purple Passage undertones?
The undertone of Purple Passage 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#645E77
RGB code:
100, 94, 119
Is Sherwin Williams Purple Passage SW 6551 cool or warm?
warm
cool
With a hue of 254° thisdark purplerefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
SW 6551 Purple Passage HSL code: 254, 12%, 42%
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.
- 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 Purple Passage
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 dark purple shade looks under different lighting:
4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Sherwin Williams Purple Passage:
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 6551
Purple Passage
Darker shades
SW 6551
Purple Passage
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 Purple Passage with a blue hue, complementary colors are those with a orange hue close to 74, such as Sherwin Williams Spare White and Green Onyx.
LRV of Purple Passage
Purple Passage has an LRV of 12.02% 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 12.02%, 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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| Format | Code | |
|---|---|---|
| HEX | #645e77 |  |
| RGB Decimal | 100, 94, 119 | |
| RGB Percent | 39.22%, 36.86%, 46.67% | |
| HSV | Hue: 254° Saturation: 21.01% Value: 46.67% | |
| HSL | hsl(254, 12, 42) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 15.97 Magenta: 21.01 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 53.33 | |
| YIQ | Y: 98.644 I: -4.458 Q: 9.049 | |
| XYZ | X: 12.587 Y: 12.047 Z: 19.11 | |
| CIE Lab | L:41.29 a:7.919 b:-13.201 | |
| CIE Luv | L:41.29 u:1.642 v:-19.176 | |
| Decimal | 6577783 | |
| Hunter Lab | 34.708, 3.995, -8.349 | |
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