Sherwin Williams Timid Blue SW 6490
| Official page: | Timid Blue SW 6490 |
| Code: | SW 6490 |
| Name: | Timid Blue |
| Brand: | Sherwin Williams |
What color is Sherwin Williams Timid Blue?
Sherwin Williams SW 6490, Timid Blue, is a serene and soothing hue that brings a sense of calm to any space. This soft blue tone pairs beautifully with crisp whites, such as SW 7005 Pure White, for a fresh and timeless look. For a more dramatic contrast, consider combining Timid Blue with SW 6258 Tricorn Black for a sophisticated and modern feel. Incorporating touches of SW 6150 Universal Khaki can add warmth and depth to a room featuring Timid Blue walls. Whether used as a wall color or in accent pieces, Timid Blue from Sherwin Williams SW palette is versatile and effortlessly chic.
Timid Blue for bedroom
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Sherwin Williams SW 6490 on kitchen cabinets
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Sherwin Williams Timid Blue reviews
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What are Sherwin Williams Timid Blue undertones?
The undertone of Timid Blue can be accurately described as a Green 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#DFE8E4
RGB code:
223, 232, 228
Is Sherwin Williams Timid Blue SW 6490 cool or warm?
warm
cool
With a hue of 153° thisGreyrefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
SW 6490 Timid Blue HSL code: 153, 16%, 89%
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 grey shades are versatile and provide a neutral canvas for your interior design. They seamlessly complement any style, whether it's Victorian, Scandinavian, or Modern.
- Cool green shades bring a refreshing and tranquil vibe to a space, making it feel rejuvenating and connected to nature, ideal for bathrooms, bedrooms, and living rooms.
- 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.
How light temperature affects Timid Blue
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 Grey shade looks under different lighting:
4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Sherwin Williams Timid 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 décor it may become monotonous.
Lighter shades
SW 6490
Timid Blue
Darker shades
SW 6490
Timid Blue
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 Timid Blue with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 333, such as Sherwin Williams Whimsical White and Ruby Violet.
LRV of Timid Blue
Timid Blue has an LRV of 79.33% and refers to Off‑White 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 79.33%, 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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| Format | Code | |
|---|---|---|
| HEX | #dfe8e4 |  |
| RGB Decimal | 223, 232, 228 | |
| RGB Percent | 87.45%, 90.98%, 89.41% | |
| HSV | Hue: 153° Saturation: 3.88% Value: 90.98% | |
| HSL | hsl(153, 16, 89) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 3.88 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 1.72 Key: 9.02 | |
| YIQ | Y: 228.853 I: -4.078 Q: -3.149 | |
| XYZ | X: 73.288 Y: 79.002 Z: 84.766 | |
| CIE Lab | L:91.235 a:-3.726 b:0.903 | |
| CIE Luv | L:91.235 u:-4.787 v:2.043 | |
| Decimal | 14674148 | |
| Hunter Lab | 88.883, -8.365, 5.675 | |
Sherwin Williams SW 6490 Timid Blue
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