Sherwin Williams Sleepy Blue SW 6225

Official color page:Sleepy Blue SW 6225
Color code:SW 6225
Color name:Sleepy Blue
Brand:Sherwin Williams
Color collections:Living Well, 2020 Alive

What color is Sherwin Williams Sleepy Blue?

Evoke a sense of tranquility and serenity with Sherwin Williams 6225 Sleepy Blue. This soft and dreamy hue is perfect for creating a calming oasis in any space. Pair Sleepy Blue with crisp white accents for a fresh and airy feel, or with warm neutrals like beige and taupe for a cozy and inviting atmosphere. Incorporate touches of gold or brass to add a touch of elegance to this soothing color palette. Whether used in a bedroom, bathroom, or living room, Sleepy Blue is a versatile choice that will bring a sense of peace to your home.

Sherwin Williams SW 6225 for bathroom

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Looking for inspiration for your dream bathroom renovation project? These beautiful handpicked photos will show you this delightfully cool Mid-tone real bathrooms.

Sherwin Williams SW 6225 on kitchen cabinets

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Want a stylish kitchen? View real-life photo examples of this fascinating cool hue is paired with backsplashes, countertops, and hardware.

Sherwin Williams Sleepy Blue reviews

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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.

What are Sherwin Williams Sleepy Blue undertones?

Blue is Sherwin Williams Sleepy Blue undertone color, as you can clearly see on the color field below. To determine this undertone we’ve removed all the tints, tones, shades and get HUE (pure color). Seems that undertone definition on a white sheet is already outdated and rather inaccurate

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HEX value

HEX value:

#BCCBCE

RGB code:

188, 203, 206

Is Sherwin Williams Sleepy Blue SW 6225 cool or warm?

warm colors
Color wheel
cool colors

With a hue of 190° this Blue refers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

SW 6225 Sleepy Blue HSL code: 190, 16%, 77%

Hue - degree on a color wheel from 0 to 360. 0 is red, 120 is green, and 240 is blue.
Saturation is a percentage value. 0% is a shade of grey, and 100% is the full color.
Lightness is also a percentage value. 0% is black, and 100% is white.

  • Cool Blue shades make a room feel sleek, fresh and modern
  • Cooler hues have a calm and relaxation effect
  • Cool Blue undertones make small spaces feel more open and expansive
  • Cool paint hue are ideal for bedroom or bathroom. Be careful with deep blues and greens in bathroom, which will reflect on your skin.

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.

Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Sherwin Williams Sleepy Blue:

Monochromatic color scheme

Monochromatic color scheme

This scheme consists of different shades, tints, and tones of a single color. It's the perfect hue combination, but with no accent decor it's pretty boring.

Lighter shades

Sherwin Williams SW 6225 Sleepy Blue

Darker shades

Complementary color scheme

Complementary color scheme

This color scheme is a combination of two colors that are opposite each other on the color wheel. The high contrast between these colors creates a vibrant and dynamic visual effect.

Color comparison

Sleepy Blue SW 6225 vs Rainwashed SW 6211

What is the difference between these two paint colors. Let’s compare to see which might be right for you.

Sherwin Williams Sleepy Blue SW 6225 vs Sherwin Williams Rainwashed SW 6211Open Sleepy Blue SW 6225
LRV: 57.75%
Light color
Temperature: cold
LRV: 59.05%
Light color
Temperature: cold