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Sherwin Williams Adriatic Sea SW6790

Adriatic Sea

Sherwin Williams

SW6790

About Adriatic Sea by Sherwin Williams

Brightness: 10%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #016081

RGB: 1, 96, 129

Hue196°

Saturation99%

Lightness26%

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These are close matches to Adriatic Sea from the same brand. They keep a similar look and work well in the same type of rooms.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how Adriatic Sea looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Adriatic Sea SW6790 a warm or cool color?
Adriatic Sea by Sherwin Williams is a cool deeper color. It will usually read cool in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Adriatic Sea?
Adriatic Sea sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 196°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Adriatic Sea?
Brightness is about 10%. Saturation is around 99%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 26%. Hue is close to 196°. The hex value is #016081. The RGB value is 1, 96, 129.
Is Adriatic Sea better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Adriatic Sea has brightness around 10%. It is deeper, so it usually looks best in rooms with fair to strong daylight, where there is enough light to show the color.
Which colors go with Adriatic Sea?
You can match Adriatic Sea with simple whites for trim and ceiling, or with nearby neutrals from the same brand. The similar colors and complementary colors on this page are a good starting point for pairing.
Where does Adriatic Sea work best in a home?
Adriatic Sea works well as an accent on one or two walls, in cozy rooms, or in spaces with stronger daylight where a deeper color will not feel heavy.
How does Adriatic Sea compare to a pure white paint?
Adriatic Sea is softer than a pure untinted white. The cool undertone and deeper color feel more gentle on the eye, so it tends to look calmer and less stark on large walls.

Lighter Shades by Sherwin Williams

These lighter shades sit above Adriatic Sea in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Darker Shades by Sherwin Williams

These colors drop a bit below Adriatic Sea in brightness. They can add depth without leaving the same style.

Complementary Colors by Sherwin Williams

These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from Adriatic Sea. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

These colors from other brands have a similar look to Adriatic Sea. They are helpful if you switch between brands or match to a contractor’s paint line.