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Sherwin Williams Blue Plate SW6796

Blue Plate

Sherwin Williams

SW6796

About Blue Plate by Sherwin Williams

Brightness: 17.2%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #017ca7

RGB: 1, 124, 167

Hue196°

Saturation99%

Lightness33%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

These are close matches to Blue Plate 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 Blue Plate looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Blue Plate SW6796 a warm or cool color?
Blue Plate 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 Blue Plate?
Blue Plate 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 Blue Plate?
Brightness is about 17%. Saturation is around 99%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 33%. Hue is close to 196°. The hex value is #017ca7. The RGB value is 1, 124, 167.
Is Blue Plate better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Blue Plate has brightness around 17%. 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 Blue Plate?
You can match Blue Plate 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 Blue Plate work best in a home?
Blue Plate 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 Blue Plate compare to a pure white paint?
Blue Plate 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 Blue Plate 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 Blue Plate 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 Blue Plate. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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