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Sherwin Williams Indigo SW6531

Indigo

Sherwin Williams

SW6531

About Indigo by Sherwin Williams

Indigo SW6531 by Sherwin Williams is a dark cool shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 7% and hue near 212° for steady results across rooms. Strong choice for accents, offices, or media rooms. Pairs well with crisp whites, charcoal, and light woods.

Brightness: 6.5%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #284a70

RGB: 40, 74, 112

Hue212°

Saturation47%

Lightness30%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Indigo SW6531 a warm or cool color?
Indigo 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 Indigo?
Indigo sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 212°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Indigo?
Brightness is about 7%. Saturation is around 47%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 30%. Hue is close to 212°. The hex value is #284a70. The RGB value is 40, 74, 112.
Is Indigo better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Indigo has brightness around 7%. 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 Indigo?
You can match Indigo 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 Indigo work best in a home?
Indigo 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 Indigo compare to a pure white paint?
Indigo 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 Indigo 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 Indigo 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 Indigo. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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