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Sherwin Williams Hinting Blue SW6519

Hinting Blue

Sherwin Williams

SW6519

About Hinting Blue by Sherwin Williams

Brightness: 68%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #ced9dd

RGB: 206, 217, 221

Hue196°

Saturation18%

Lightness84%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Hinting Blue SW6519 a warm or cool color?
Hinting Blue 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 Hinting Blue?
Hinting Blue sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 196°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Hinting Blue?
Brightness is about 68%. Saturation is around 18%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 84%. Hue is close to 196°. The hex value is #ced9dd. The RGB value is 206, 217, 221.
Is Hinting Blue better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Hinting Blue has brightness around 68%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Hinting Blue?
You can match Hinting Blue 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 Hinting Blue work best in a home?
Hinting Blue 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 Hinting Blue compare to a pure white paint?
Hinting Blue 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 Hinting Blue 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 Hinting Blue 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 Hinting Blue. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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