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Sherwin Williams Anchors Aweigh SW9179

Anchors Aweigh

Sherwin Williams

SW9179

About Anchors Aweigh by Sherwin Williams

Anchors Aweigh SW9179 by Sherwin Williams is a dark cool shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 3% and hue near 216° for steady results across rooms. Strong choice for accents, offices, or media rooms. Pairs well with crisp whites, charcoal, and light woods.

Brightness: 3.4%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #2b3441

RGB: 43, 52, 65

Hue216°

Saturation20%

Lightness21%

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Frequently asked questions

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

Is Anchors Aweigh SW9179 a warm or cool color?
Anchors Aweigh 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 Anchors Aweigh?
Anchors Aweigh sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 216°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Anchors Aweigh?
Brightness is about 3%. Saturation is around 20%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 21%. Hue is close to 216°. The hex value is #2b3441. The RGB value is 43, 52, 65.
Is Anchors Aweigh better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Anchors Aweigh has brightness around 3%. 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 Anchors Aweigh?
You can match Anchors Aweigh 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 Anchors Aweigh work best in a home?
Anchors Aweigh 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 Anchors Aweigh compare to a pure white paint?
Anchors Aweigh 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 Anchors Aweigh in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Complementary Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Alternate Colors by other brands

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