Sherwin Williams Rivulet SW 6760
| Official page: | Rivulet SW 6760 |
| Code: | SW 6760 |
| Name: | Rivulet |
| Brand: | Sherwin Williams |
| Collections: | ABC's and 123's |
What color is Sherwin Williams Rivulet?
Sherwin Williams SW 6760 Rivulet is a serene and soothing shade of blue-green that brings a sense of tranquility to any space. This calming hue pairs beautifully with crisp whites such as SW 7005 Pure White, creating a fresh and airy feel. For a more sophisticated look, combine Rivulet with warm neutrals like SW 7036 Accessible Beige or SW 7045 Intellectual Gray. Embrace a coastal vibe by incorporating accents in soft coral tones like SW 6610 Koi Pond, or add a pop of contrast with rich navy blues like SW 6244 Naval. With its versatile nature, Sherwin Williams SW 6760 Rivulet is the perfect choice for creating a peaceful and timeless atmosphere in any room.
Rivulet for bedroom
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Rivulet for living room
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Sherwin Williams SW 6760 for bathroom
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Sherwin Williams SW 6760 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 Rivulet reviews
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What are Sherwin Williams Rivulet undertones?
The undertones of Rivulet can be accurately described as a Green and 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#61A89D
RGB code:
97, 168, 157
Is Sherwin Williams Rivulet SW 6760 cool or warm?
warm
cool
With a hue of 171° thisBluerefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
SW 6760 Rivulet HSL code: 171, 29%, 52%
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.
- 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 Rivulet
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 Rivulet:
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 6760
Rivulet
Darker shades
SW 6760
Rivulet
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 Rivulet with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 351, such as Sherwin Williams Whimsical White and Chaise Mauve.
LRV of Rivulet
Rivulet has an LRV of 32.98% 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 32.98%, 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 | #61a89d |  |
| RGB Decimal | 97, 168, 157 | |
| RGB Percent | 38.04%, 65.88%, 61.57% | |
| HSV | Hue: 171° Saturation: 42.26% Value: 65.88% | |
| HSL | hsl(171, 29, 52) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 42.26 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 6.55 Key: 34.12 | |
| YIQ | Y: 145.517 I: -38.774 Q: -18.442 | |
| XYZ | X: 25.015 Y: 32.979 Z: 36.937 | |
| CIE Lab | L:64.144 a:-25.023 b:-1.306 | |
| CIE Luv | L:64.144 u:-32.639 v:2.011 | |
| Decimal | 6400157 | |
| Hunter Lab | 57.428, -22.744, 2.065 | |
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