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Sherwin Williams Hyacinth Tint SW6968

Hyacinth Tint

Sherwin Williams

SW6968

About Hyacinth Tint by Sherwin Williams

Brightness: 59.6%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #c2cbe0

RGB: 194, 203, 224

Hue222°

Saturation33%

Lightness82%

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

Is Hyacinth Tint SW6968 a warm or cool color?
Hyacinth Tint 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 Hyacinth Tint?
Hyacinth Tint sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 222°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Hyacinth Tint?
Brightness is about 60%. Saturation is around 33%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 82%. Hue is close to 222°. The hex value is #c2cbe0. The RGB value is 194, 203, 224.
Is Hyacinth Tint better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Hyacinth Tint has brightness around 60%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Hyacinth Tint?
You can match Hyacinth Tint 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 Hyacinth Tint work best in a home?
Hyacinth Tint 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 Hyacinth Tint compare to a pure white paint?
Hyacinth Tint 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 Hyacinth Tint 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 Hyacinth Tint 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 Hyacinth Tint. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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