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Sherwin Williams Potentially Purple SW6821

Potentially Purple

Sherwin Williams

SW6821

About Potentially Purple by Sherwin Williams

Potentially Purple SW6821 by Sherwin Williams is a mid cool shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 62% and hue near 258° for steady results across rooms. Gives balance to offices, kitchens, and entries. Pairs well with crisp whites, charcoal, and light woods.

Brightness: 61.6%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #d1cbdf

RGB: 209, 203, 223

Hue258°

Saturation24%

Lightness84%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Potentially Purple SW6821 a warm or cool color?
Potentially Purple by Sherwin Williams is a cool mid tone color. It will usually read cool in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Potentially Purple?
Potentially Purple sits in the purple or violet family. Its hue is about 258°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Potentially Purple?
Brightness is about 62%. Saturation is around 24%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 84%. Hue is close to 258°. The hex value is #d1cbdf. The RGB value is 209, 203, 223.
Is Potentially Purple better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Potentially Purple has brightness around 62%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Potentially Purple?
You can match Potentially Purple 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 Potentially Purple work best in a home?
Potentially Purple 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 Potentially Purple compare to a pure white paint?
Potentially Purple is softer than a pure untinted white. The cool undertone and mid tone 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 Potentially Purple 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 Potentially Purple 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 Potentially Purple. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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