Sherwin Williams Starry Night SW 6540 paint color

Sherwin Williams Starry Night SW 6540

Official page:Starry Night SW 6540
Code:SW 6540
Name:Starry Night
Brand:Sherwin Williams
Collections:Living Well

What color is Sherwin Williams Starry Night?

Elevate your space with a touch of sophistication by incorporating Sherwin Williams SW 6540 Starry Night into your interior design. This deep and mesmerizing hue, reminiscent of a starry sky, adds a sense of drama and luxury to any room. Pair SW 6540 with neutral tones like SW 7006 Extra White or SW 7036 Accessible Beige to create a stunning contrast. For a more daring look, combine it with accents in SW 6258 Tricorn Black or SW 6244 Naval for a bold and modern aesthetic. Let Sherwin Williams SW 6540 Starry Night illuminate your home with its timeless elegance and charm.

Sherwin Williams Starry Night reviews

Sherwin Williams Starry Night kids' room color
@hello_forever_home
Sherwin Williams Starry Night kids' room inspiration
@hello_forever_home
SW Starry Night kids' room inspiration
@hello_forever_home
SW Starry Night kids' room interior
@hello_forever_home
SW Starry Night kids' room color
@hello_forever_home

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 Starry Night undertones?

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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.

R
G
B

HEX value

HEX value:

#D6D9DE

RGB code:

214, 217, 222

Is Sherwin Williams Starry Night SW 6540 cool or warm?

warm
Color wheel
cool

With a hue of 218° this Purple refers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

SW 6540 Starry Night HSL code: 218, 11%, 85%

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.
  • 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 Starry Night:

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 decor, it may become monotonous.

Lighter shades

SW 6540
Starry Night

Darker shades

SW 6540
Starry Night

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 Starry Night with a blue hue, complementary colors are those with a orange hue close to 38, such as Sherwin Williams Truly Taupe and Heavenly White.

Compare Starry Night to any other colors

Compare colors
arrow