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Sherwin Williams Open Air SW6491

Open Air

Sherwin Williams

SW6491

About Open Air by Sherwin Williams

Open Air SW6491 by Sherwin Williams is a mid cool shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 70% and hue near 182° for steady results across rooms. Gives balance to offices, kitchens, and entries. Pairs well with crisp whites, charcoal, and light woods.

Brightness: 70.3%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #c7dfe0

RGB: 199, 223, 224

Hue182°

Saturation29%

Lightness83%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Open Air SW6491 a warm or cool color?
Open Air by Sherwin Williams is a cool light color. It will usually read cool in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Open Air?
Open Air sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 182°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Open Air?
Brightness is about 70%. Saturation is around 29%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 83%. Hue is close to 182°. The hex value is #c7dfe0. The RGB value is 199, 223, 224.
Is Open Air better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Open Air has brightness around 70%. It can help lift darker spaces without feeling too stark, so it works well in darker rooms, halls, or basements.
Which colors go with Open Air?
You can match Open Air 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 Open Air work best in a home?
Open Air is a good fit for full walls in living rooms, bedrooms, and open spaces, especially where you want a soft cool backdrop. It can also work in lower light areas because it stays fairly bright.
How does Open Air compare to a pure white paint?
Open Air is softer than a pure untinted white. The cool undertone and light 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 Open Air 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 Open Air 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 Open Air. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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