Sherwin Williams Regatta SW 6517

Official page:Regatta SW 6517
Code:SW 6517
Name:Regatta
Brand:Sherwin Williams

What color is Sherwin Williams Regatta?

Immerse yourself in the calming depths of SW 6517 Regatta, a rich and sophisticated hue reminiscent of the open sea. This vibrant blue with a touch of green creates a tranquil atmosphere perfect for coastal-inspired interiors. Bring a sense of serenity and elegance to your living room or bedroom with SW 6517 Regatta, transforming these spaces into peaceful retreats. Pair it with crisp whites and sandy neutrals for a nautical-themed look, or with metallic accents for a touch of modern glamour. Let SW 6517 Regatta wash over your space and evoke a sense of relaxation and sophistication.

Sherwin Williams SW 6517 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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Sherwin Williams Regatta 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 Regatta undertones?

The undertone of Regatta 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:

#215772

RGB code:

33, 87, 114

Is Sherwin Williams Regatta SW 6517 cool or warm?

warm
Color wheel
cool

With a hue of 200° thisdark bluerefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

SW 6517 Regatta HSL code: 200, 55%, 29%

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.
  • 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 Regatta

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 sunlightVisible temp.HueDuration
NorthCoolBluishAll day
EastWarmYellowBefore noon
WestWarmOrange‑redAfter noon
SouthWarmOrange‑yellowAll day

Artificial Lighting. When choosing bulbs, pay attention to their color‑temperature (Kelvins).
Use the slider to see how this dark blue shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Sherwin Williams Regatta:

Monochromatic color scheme

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

Complementary color scheme

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 Regatta with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 20, such as Sherwin Williams Quartz White and Artistic Taupe.

LRV of Regatta

Regatta has an LRV of 8.33% and refers to Dark colors which means that this color almost does not reflect lightWhy LRV is important?

Light Reflectance Value scale illustration

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 8.33%, 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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HEX#215772Copy color code
RGB Decimal33, 87, 114Copy color code
RGB Percent12.94%, 34.12%, 44.71%Copy color code
HSVHue: 200° Saturation: 71.05% Value: 44.71%Copy color code
HSLhsl(200, 55, 29)Copy color code
CMYKCyan: 71.05 Magenta: 23.68 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 55.29Copy color code
YIQY: 73.932 I: -40.855 Q: -3.021Copy color code
XYZX: 7.071 Y: 8.354 Z: 17.155Copy color code
CIE LabL:34.709 a:-8.282 b:-20.591Copy color code
CIE LuvL:34.709 u:-19.847 v:-26.792Copy color code
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Hunter Lab28.903, -6.909, -14.958Copy color code
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