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Sherwin Williams Cloudburst SW6487

Cloudburst

Sherwin Williams

SW6487

About Cloudburst by Sherwin Williams

Cloudburst SW6487 by Sherwin Williams is a dark cool shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 26% and hue near 183° for steady results across rooms. Strong choice for accents, offices, or media rooms. Pairs well with crisp whites, charcoal, and light woods.

Brightness: 26%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #5c9598

RGB: 92, 149, 152

Hue183°

Saturation25%

Lightness48%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Cloudburst SW6487 a warm or cool color?
Cloudburst 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 Cloudburst?
Cloudburst sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 183°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Cloudburst?
Brightness is about 26%. Saturation is around 25%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 48%. Hue is close to 183°. The hex value is #5c9598. The RGB value is 92, 149, 152.
Is Cloudburst better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Cloudburst has brightness around 26%. 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 Cloudburst?
You can match Cloudburst 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 Cloudburst work best in a home?
Cloudburst 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 Cloudburst compare to a pure white paint?
Cloudburst 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 Cloudburst 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 Cloudburst 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 Cloudburst. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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