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Sherwin Williams Denim SW6523

Denim

Sherwin Williams

SW6523

About Denim by Sherwin Williams

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Brightness: 13.9%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #506b84

RGB: 80, 107, 132

Hue209°

Saturation25%

Lightness42%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Denim

Sherwin Williams

SW6523

Frequently asked questions

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

Is Denim SW6523 a warm or cool color?
Denim 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 Denim?
Denim 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 Denim?
Brightness is about 14%. Saturation is around 25%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 42%. Hue is close to 209°. The hex value is #506b84. The RGB value is 80, 107, 132.
Is Denim better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Denim has brightness around 14%. 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 Denim?
You can match Denim 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 Denim work best in a home?
Denim 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 Denim compare to a pure white paint?
Denim 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 Denim in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Denim

Sherwin Williams

SW6523

Darker Shades by Sherwin Williams

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

Denim

Sherwin Williams

SW6523

Complementary Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Denim

Sherwin Williams

SW6523

Alternate Colors by other brands

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

English Channel

Behr

PPU14-19

BLUE FJORD

Glidden

PPG1163-6

Durango Blue

Behr

S510-6

Arrowhead Lake

Behr

PPU14-01