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Sherwin Williams Little Blue Box SW9044

Little Blue Box

Sherwin Williams

SW9044

About Little Blue Box by Sherwin Williams

Brightness: 48.9%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #8ac5ba

RGB: 138, 197, 186

Hue169°

Saturation34%

Lightness66%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Little Blue Box SW9044 a warm or cool color?
Little Blue Box 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 Little Blue Box?
Little Blue Box sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 169°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Little Blue Box?
Brightness is about 49%. Saturation is around 34%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 66%. Hue is close to 169°. The hex value is #8ac5ba. The RGB value is 138, 197, 186.
Is Little Blue Box better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Little Blue Box has brightness around 49%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Little Blue Box?
You can match Little Blue Box 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 Little Blue Box work best in a home?
Little Blue Box 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 Little Blue Box compare to a pure white paint?
Little Blue Box 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 Little Blue Box 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 Little Blue Box 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 Little Blue Box. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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