About In the Navy by Sherwin Williams
Brightness: 3.8%
Tone: Cool
HEX: #283849
RGB: 40, 56, 73
Hue211°
Saturation29%
Lightness22%
Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams
These are close matches to In the Navy 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 In the Navy looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.
Is In the Navy SW9178 a warm or cool color?
In the Navy 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 In the Navy?
In the Navy sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 211°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for In the Navy?
Brightness is about 4%. Saturation is around 29%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 22%. Hue is close to 211°. The hex value is #283849. The RGB value is 40, 56, 73.
Is In the Navy better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
In the Navy has brightness around 4%. 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 In the Navy?
You can match In the Navy 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 In the Navy work best in a home?
In the Navy 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 In the Navy compare to a pure white paint?
In the Navy 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 In the Navy in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.
Complementary Colors by Sherwin Williams
These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from In the Navy. They add contrast without clashing.
Alternate Colors by other brands
These colors from other brands have a similar look to In the Navy. They are helpful if you switch between brands or match to a contractor’s paint line.