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Sherwin Williams Cape Verde SW6482

Cape Verde

Sherwin Williams

SW6482

About Cape Verde by Sherwin Williams

Brightness: 7.1%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #01554f

RGB: 1, 85, 79

Hue176°

Saturation98%

Lightness17%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Cape Verde SW6482 a warm or cool color?
Cape Verde 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 Cape Verde?
Cape Verde sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 176°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Cape Verde?
Brightness is about 7%. Saturation is around 98%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 17%. Hue is close to 176°. The hex value is #01554f. The RGB value is 1, 85, 79.
Is Cape Verde better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Cape Verde has brightness around 7%. 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 Cape Verde?
You can match Cape Verde 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 Cape Verde work best in a home?
Cape Verde 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 Cape Verde compare to a pure white paint?
Cape Verde 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 Cape Verde 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 Cape Verde 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 Cape Verde. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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