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Sherwin Williams Cosmos SW6528

Cosmos

Sherwin Williams

SW6528

About Cosmos by Sherwin Williams

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Brightness: 38%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #8ea9c2

RGB: 142, 169, 194

Hue209°

Saturation30%

Lightness66%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

These are close matches to Cosmos from the same brand. They keep a similar look and work well in the same type of rooms.

Cosmos

Sherwin Williams

SW6528

Frequently asked questions

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

Is Cosmos SW6528 a warm or cool color?
Cosmos 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 Cosmos?
Cosmos sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 209°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Cosmos?
Brightness is about 38%. Saturation is around 30%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 66%. Hue is close to 209°. The hex value is #8ea9c2. The RGB value is 142, 169, 194.
Is Cosmos better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Cosmos has brightness around 38%. 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 Cosmos?
You can match Cosmos 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 Cosmos work best in a home?
Cosmos 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 Cosmos compare to a pure white paint?
Cosmos 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 Cosmos in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Cosmos

Sherwin Williams

SW6528

Darker Shades by Sherwin Williams

These colors drop a bit below Cosmos in brightness. They can add depth without leaving the same style.

Cosmos

Sherwin Williams

SW6528

Complementary Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Cosmos

Sherwin Williams

SW6528

Alternate Colors by other brands

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

Harlequin Blue

Benjamin Moore

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Glidden

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New Hope Gray

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