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Sherwin Williams Oceanside SW6496

Oceanside

Sherwin Williams

SW6496

About Oceanside by Sherwin Williams

Brightness: 8.4%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #015a6b

RGB: 1, 90, 107

Hue190°

Saturation98%

Lightness21%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Oceanside SW6496 a warm or cool color?
Oceanside 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 Oceanside?
Oceanside 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 Oceanside?
Brightness is about 8%. Saturation is around 98%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 21%. Hue is close to 190°. The hex value is #015a6b. The RGB value is 1, 90, 107.
Is Oceanside better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Oceanside 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 Oceanside?
You can match Oceanside 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 Oceanside work best in a home?
Oceanside 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 Oceanside compare to a pure white paint?
Oceanside 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 Oceanside 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 Oceanside 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 Oceanside. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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