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Sherwin Williams Morning Glory SW6971

Morning Glory

Sherwin Williams

SW6971

About Morning Glory by Sherwin Williams

Brightness: 7.7%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #3c4c80

RGB: 60, 76, 128

Hue226°

Saturation36%

Lightness37%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Morning Glory SW6971 a warm or cool color?
Morning Glory 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 Morning Glory?
Morning Glory sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 226°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Morning Glory?
Brightness is about 8%. Saturation is around 36%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 37%. Hue is close to 226°. The hex value is #3c4c80. The RGB value is 60, 76, 128.
Is Morning Glory better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Morning Glory has brightness around 8%. 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 Morning Glory?
You can match Morning Glory 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 Morning Glory work best in a home?
Morning Glory 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 Morning Glory compare to a pure white paint?
Morning Glory 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 Morning Glory 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 Morning Glory 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 Morning Glory. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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