Sherwin Williams Something Blue SW 6800
| Official page: | Something Blue SW 6800 |
| Code: | SW 6800 |
| Name: | Something Blue |
| Brand: | Sherwin Williams |
| Collections: | Living Well, Bold Invention |
What color is Sherwin Williams Something Blue?
Sherwin Williams SW 6800 Something Blue is a serene and calming shade that evokes a sense of tranquility. It pairs beautifully with soft neutrals like SW 7008 Alabaster and warm greys like SW 7023 Requisite Gray. The combination of Something Blue with these complementary hues creates a sophisticated and harmonious color palette that is perfect for creating a relaxing and inviting space. Consider adding accents in shades of SW 6232 Misty and SW 6204 Sea Salt to enhance the soothing ambiance of the room.
Something Blue for exterior
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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.
What are Sherwin Williams Something Blue undertones?
The undertone of Something Blue 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
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RGB code:
176, 214, 230
Is Sherwin Williams Something Blue SW 6800 cool or warm?
warm
cool
With a hue of 198° this Blue refers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
SW 6800 Something Blue HSL code: 198, 52%, 80%
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.
- 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.
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Sherwin Williams Something Blue:
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 decor, it may become monotonous.
Lighter shades
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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.
