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Sherwin Williams Perfect Periwinkle SW9065

Perfect Periwinkle

Sherwin Williams

SW9065

About Perfect Periwinkle by Sherwin Williams

Brightness: 23.2%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #6487b0

RGB: 100, 135, 176

Hue212°

Saturation33%

Lightness54%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Perfect Periwinkle SW9065 a warm or cool color?
Perfect Periwinkle 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 Perfect Periwinkle?
Perfect Periwinkle sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 212°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Perfect Periwinkle?
Brightness is about 23%. Saturation is around 33%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 54%. Hue is close to 212°. The hex value is #6487b0. The RGB value is 100, 135, 176.
Is Perfect Periwinkle better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Perfect Periwinkle has brightness around 23%. 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 Perfect Periwinkle?
You can match Perfect Periwinkle 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 Perfect Periwinkle work best in a home?
Perfect Periwinkle 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 Perfect Periwinkle compare to a pure white paint?
Perfect Periwinkle 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 Perfect Periwinkle 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 Perfect Periwinkle 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 Perfect Periwinkle. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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