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Sherwin Williams Blushing SW6617

Blushing

Sherwin Williams

SW6617

About Blushing by Sherwin Williams

Brightness: 68.1%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #f0d1c3

RGB: 240, 209, 195

Hue19°

Saturation60%

Lightness85%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Blushing SW6617 a warm or cool color?
Blushing by Sherwin Williams is a warm mid tone color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Blushing?
Blushing sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 19°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Blushing?
Brightness is about 68%. Saturation is around 60%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 85%. Hue is close to 19°. The hex value is #f0d1c3. The RGB value is 240, 209, 195.
Is Blushing better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Blushing has brightness around 68%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Blushing?
You can match Blushing 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 Blushing work best in a home?
Blushing 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 Blushing compare to a pure white paint?
Blushing is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm undertone and mid tone 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 Blushing 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 Blushing 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 Blushing. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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