Sherwin Williams Waterscape SW 6470
| Official page: | Waterscape SW 6470 |
| Code: | SW 6470 |
| Name: | Waterscape |
| Brand: | Sherwin Williams |
| Collections: | ABC's and 123's, Living Well |
What color is Sherwin Williams Waterscape?
Sherwin Williams Waterscape SW 6470 is a refreshing shade reminiscent of a tranquil lagoon. This versatile color pairs beautifully with crisp whites, soft greys, and warm beiges. Combining Waterscape with accents in earthy tones like terracotta or sage can enhance its calming effect in any space. Whether used as a main color or in subtle touches, SW 6470 brings a sense of serenity and sophistication to a room's decor. The soothing essence of Waterscape creates a harmonious atmosphere that effortlessly complements a variety of design styles.
Sherwin Williams SW 6470 for bathroom
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Waterscape for exterior
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.
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Sherwin Williams Waterscape reviews
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What are Sherwin Williams Waterscape undertones?
The undertone of Waterscape 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#BFD2C9
RGB code:
191, 210, 201
Is Sherwin Williams Waterscape SW 6470 cool or warm?
warm
cool
With a hue of 152° thisGreenrefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
SW 6470 Waterscape HSL code: 152, 17%, 79%
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 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 Waterscape
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 Green shade looks under different lighting:
4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Sherwin Williams Waterscape:
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
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Darker shades
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 Waterscape with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 332, such as Sherwin Williams Whimsical White and Ruby Violet.
LRV of Waterscape
Waterscape has an LRV of 61.53% and refers to Light colors that reflect most of the incident 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 61.53%, 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 | #bfd2c9 |  |
| RGB Decimal | 191, 210, 201 | |
| RGB Percent | 74.90%, 82.35%, 78.82% | |
| HSV | Hue: 152° Saturation: 9.05% Value: 82.35% | |
| HSL | hsl(152, 17, 79) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 9.05 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 4.29 Key: 17.65 | |
| YIQ | Y: 203.293 I: -8.43 Q: -6.82 | |
| XYZ | X: 55.072 Y: 61.386 Z: 64.19 | |
| CIE Lab | L:82.586 a:-8.1 b:2.276 | |
| CIE Luv | L:82.586 u:-9.991 v:4.829 | |
| Decimal | 12571337 | |
| Hunter Lab | 78.349, -11.642, 6.269 | |
Color equivalents
S420-2
Moon Glass
Behr
702
Bali
Benjamin Moore
HC-144
Palladian Blue
Benjamin Moore
695
Turquoise Mist
Benjamin Moore
CW-560
Galt Blue
Benjamin Moore
701
Swept Away
Benjamin Moore
SW 6463
Breaktime
Sherwin Williams
N430-2
Nature'S Reflection
Behr
631
Aberdeen Green
Benjamin Moore
SW 6456
Slow Green
Sherwin Williams
HC-147
Woodlawn Blue
Benjamin Moore
688
Seacliff Heights
Benjamin Moore
PPU11-13
Frosted Jade
Behr
458
Sage Tint
Benjamin Moore
708
White Rain
Benjamin Moore
709
Heavenly Blue
Benjamin Moore
681
Green Wave
Benjamin Moore
687
Annapolis Green
Benjamin Moore
