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Sherwin Williams Lakeshore SW6494

Lakeshore

Sherwin Williams

SW6494

About Lakeshore by Sherwin Williams

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Brightness: 26.6%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #5b96a2

RGB: 91, 150, 162

Hue190°

Saturation28%

Lightness50%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

These are close matches to Lakeshore from the same brand. They keep a similar look and work well in the same type of rooms.

Lakeshore

Sherwin Williams

SW6494

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how Lakeshore looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Lakeshore SW6494 a warm or cool color?
Lakeshore 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 Lakeshore?
Lakeshore sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 190°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Lakeshore?
Brightness is about 27%. Saturation is around 28%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 50%. Hue is close to 190°. The hex value is #5b96a2. The RGB value is 91, 150, 162.
Is Lakeshore better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Lakeshore has brightness around 27%. 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 Lakeshore?
You can match Lakeshore 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 Lakeshore work best in a home?
Lakeshore 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 Lakeshore compare to a pure white paint?
Lakeshore 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 Lakeshore in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Lakeshore

Sherwin Williams

SW6494

Darker Shades by Sherwin Williams

These colors drop a bit below Lakeshore in brightness. They can add depth without leaving the same style.

Lakeshore

Sherwin Williams

SW6494

Complementary Colors by Sherwin Williams

These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from Lakeshore. They add contrast without clashing.

Lakeshore

Sherwin Williams

SW6494

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

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