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Sherwin Williams Jamaica Bay SW6781

Jamaica Bay

Sherwin Williams

SW6781

About Jamaica Bay by Sherwin Williams

Brightness: 30.3%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #34a3b6

RGB: 52, 163, 182

Hue189°

Saturation56%

Lightness46%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Jamaica Bay SW6781 a warm or cool color?
Jamaica Bay 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 Jamaica Bay?
Jamaica Bay sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 189°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Jamaica Bay?
Brightness is about 30%. Saturation is around 56%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 46%. Hue is close to 189°. The hex value is #34a3b6. The RGB value is 52, 163, 182.
Is Jamaica Bay better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Jamaica Bay has brightness around 30%. 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 Jamaica Bay?
You can match Jamaica Bay 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 Jamaica Bay work best in a home?
Jamaica Bay 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 Jamaica Bay compare to a pure white paint?
Jamaica Bay 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 Jamaica Bay 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 Jamaica Bay 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 Jamaica Bay. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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