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Sherwin Williams Moody Blue SW6221

Moody Blue

Sherwin Williams

SW6221

About Moody Blue by Sherwin Williams

Moody Blue SW6221 by Sherwin Williams is a dark neutral shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 27% and hue near 183° for steady results across rooms. Use on accents or pairing with light trim. Pairs well with clean whites and quiet neutrals.

Brightness: 26.5%

Tone: Neutral

HEX: #7a9192

RGB: 122, 145, 146

Hue183°

Saturation10%

Lightness53%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Moody Blue SW6221 a warm or cool color?
Moody Blue by Sherwin Williams is a neutral deeper color. It will usually read neutral in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Moody Blue?
Moody Blue sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 183°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Moody Blue?
Brightness is about 27%. Saturation is around 10%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 53%. Hue is close to 183°. The hex value is #7a9192. The RGB value is 122, 145, 146.
Is Moody Blue better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Moody Blue 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 Moody Blue?
You can match Moody 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 Moody Blue work best in a home?
Moody 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 Moody Blue compare to a pure white paint?
Moody Blue is softer than a pure untinted white. The neutral 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 Moody 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 Moody 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 Moody Blue. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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