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Sherwin Williams Loch Blue SW6502

Loch Blue

Sherwin Williams

SW6502

About Loch Blue by Sherwin Williams

Loch Blue SW6502 by Sherwin Williams is a dark cool shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 16% and hue near 193° for steady results across rooms. Strong choice for accents, offices, or media rooms. Pairs well with crisp whites, charcoal, and light woods.

Brightness: 15.7%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #2f778b

RGB: 47, 119, 139

Hue193°

Saturation50%

Lightness37%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Loch Blue SW6502 a warm or cool color?
Loch Blue 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 Loch Blue?
Loch Blue sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 193°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Loch Blue?
Brightness is about 16%. Saturation is around 50%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 37%. Hue is close to 193°. The hex value is #2f778b. The RGB value is 47, 119, 139.
Is Loch Blue better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Loch Blue has brightness around 16%. 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 Loch Blue?
You can match Loch Blue 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 Loch Blue work best in a home?
Loch Blue 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 Loch Blue compare to a pure white paint?
Loch Blue 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 Loch Blue 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 Loch Blue 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 Loch Blue. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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