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Sherwin Williams Free Spirit SW6973

Free Spirit

Sherwin Williams

SW6973

About Free Spirit by Sherwin Williams

Brightness: 49.1%

Tone: Neutral

HEX: #cab2d2

RGB: 202, 178, 210

Hue285°

Saturation26%

Lightness76%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Free Spirit SW6973 a warm or cool color?
Free Spirit by Sherwin Williams is a neutral mid tone color. It will usually read neutral in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Free Spirit?
Free Spirit sits in the purple or violet family. Its hue is about 285°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Free Spirit?
Brightness is about 49%. Saturation is around 26%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 76%. Hue is close to 285°. The hex value is #cab2d2. The RGB value is 202, 178, 210.
Is Free Spirit better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Free Spirit has brightness around 49%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Free Spirit?
You can match Free Spirit 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 Free Spirit work best in a home?
Free Spirit 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 Free Spirit compare to a pure white paint?
Free Spirit is softer than a pure untinted white. The neutral 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 Free Spirit 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 Free Spirit 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 Free Spirit. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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