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Sherwin Williams Daydream SW6541

Daydream

Sherwin Williams

SW6541

About Daydream by Sherwin Williams

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Brightness: 54.3%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #bdc3cd

RGB: 189, 195, 205

Hue218°

Saturation14%

Lightness77%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

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Sherwin Williams

SW6541

Frequently asked questions

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

Is Daydream SW6541 a warm or cool color?
Daydream by Sherwin Williams is a cool mid tone color. It will usually read cool in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Daydream?
Daydream sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 218°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Daydream?
Brightness is about 54%. Saturation is around 14%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 77%. Hue is close to 218°. The hex value is #bdc3cd. The RGB value is 189, 195, 205.
Is Daydream better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Daydream has brightness around 54%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Daydream?
You can match Daydream 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 Daydream work best in a home?
Daydream 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 Daydream compare to a pure white paint?
Daydream is softer than a pure untinted white. The cool 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 Daydream in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Daydream

Sherwin Williams

SW6541

Darker Shades by Sherwin Williams

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

Daydream

Sherwin Williams

SW6541

Complementary Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Daydream

Sherwin Williams

SW6541

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

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