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Sherwin Williams Searching Blue SW6536

Searching Blue

Sherwin Williams

SW6536

About Searching Blue by Sherwin Williams

Brightness: 20.7%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #6c7f9a

RGB: 108, 127, 154

Hue215°

Saturation19%

Lightness51%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Searching Blue SW6536 a warm or cool color?
Searching Blue 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 Searching Blue?
Searching Blue sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 215°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Searching Blue?
Brightness is about 21%. Saturation is around 19%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 51%. Hue is close to 215°. The hex value is #6c7f9a. The RGB value is 108, 127, 154.
Is Searching Blue better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Searching Blue has brightness around 21%. 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 Searching Blue?
You can match Searching Blue 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 Searching Blue work best in a home?
Searching Blue 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 Searching Blue compare to a pure white paint?
Searching Blue 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 Searching Blue 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 Searching Blue 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 Searching Blue. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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