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Sherwin Williams Dignified SW6538

Dignified

Sherwin Williams

SW6538

About Dignified by Sherwin Williams

Dignified SW6538 by Sherwin Williams is a dark cool shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 7% and hue near 223° for steady results across rooms. Strong choice for accents, offices, or media rooms. Pairs well with crisp whites, charcoal, and light woods.

Brightness: 6.8%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #3b496d

RGB: 59, 73, 109

Hue223°

Saturation30%

Lightness33%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Dignified SW6538 a warm or cool color?
Dignified 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 Dignified?
Dignified sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 223°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Dignified?
Brightness is about 7%. Saturation is around 30%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 33%. Hue is close to 223°. The hex value is #3b496d. The RGB value is 59, 73, 109.
Is Dignified better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Dignified 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 Dignified?
You can match Dignified 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 Dignified work best in a home?
Dignified 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 Dignified compare to a pure white paint?
Dignified 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 Dignified 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 Dignified 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 Dignified. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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