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Sherwin Williams Gentle Aquamarine SW9046

Gentle Aquamarine

Sherwin Williams

SW9046

About Gentle Aquamarine by Sherwin Williams

Gentle Aquamarine SW9046 by Sherwin Williams is a mid cool shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 54% and hue near 187° for steady results across rooms. Gives balance to offices, kitchens, and entries. Pairs well with crisp whites, charcoal, and light woods.

Brightness: 53.9%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #97cbd2

RGB: 151, 203, 210

Hue187°

Saturation40%

Lightness71%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Gentle Aquamarine SW9046 a warm or cool color?
Gentle Aquamarine 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 Gentle Aquamarine?
Gentle Aquamarine sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 187°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Gentle Aquamarine?
Brightness is about 54%. Saturation is around 40%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 71%. Hue is close to 187°. The hex value is #97cbd2. The RGB value is 151, 203, 210.
Is Gentle Aquamarine better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Gentle Aquamarine 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 Gentle Aquamarine?
You can match Gentle Aquamarine 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 Gentle Aquamarine work best in a home?
Gentle Aquamarine 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 Gentle Aquamarine compare to a pure white paint?
Gentle Aquamarine 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 Gentle Aquamarine 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 Gentle Aquamarine 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 Gentle Aquamarine. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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