About Rarified Air by Sherwin Williams
Brightness: 78.3%
Tone: Neutral
HEX: #e1e6e6
RGB: 225, 230, 230
Hue180°
Saturation9%
Lightness89%
Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams
These are close matches to Rarified 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 Rarified Air looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.
Is Rarified Air SW6525 a warm or cool color?
Rarified Air by Sherwin Williams is a neutral light color. It will usually read neutral in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Rarified Air?
Rarified Air sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 180°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Rarified Air?
Brightness is about 78%. Saturation is around 9%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 89%. Hue is close to 180°. The hex value is #e1e6e6. The RGB value is 225, 230, 230.
Is Rarified Air better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Rarified Air has brightness around 78%. It can help lift darker spaces without feeling too stark, so it works well in darker rooms, halls, or basements.
Which colors go with Rarified Air?
You can match Rarified 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 Rarified Air work best in a home?
Rarified Air is a good fit for full walls in living rooms, bedrooms, and open spaces, especially where you want a soft neutral backdrop. It can also work in lower light areas because it stays fairly bright.
How does Rarified Air compare to a pure white paint?
Rarified Air is softer than a pure untinted white. The neutral undertone and light color feel more gentle on the eye, so it tends to look calmer and less stark on large walls.
Darker Shades by Sherwin Williams
These colors drop a bit below Rarified 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 Rarified Air. They add contrast without clashing.
Alternate Colors by other brands
These colors from other brands have a similar look to Rarified Air. They are helpful if you switch between brands or match to a contractor’s paint line.