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Sherwin Williams Secure Blue SW6508

Secure Blue

Sherwin Williams

SW6508

About Secure Blue by Sherwin Williams

Brightness: 22.3%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #5389a1

RGB: 83, 137, 161

Hue199°

Saturation32%

Lightness48%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Secure Blue SW6508 a warm or cool color?
Secure 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 Secure Blue?
Secure Blue sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 199°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Secure Blue?
Brightness is about 22%. Saturation is around 32%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 48%. Hue is close to 199°. The hex value is #5389a1. The RGB value is 83, 137, 161.
Is Secure Blue better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Secure Blue has brightness around 22%. 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 Secure Blue?
You can match Secure 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 Secure Blue work best in a home?
Secure 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 Secure Blue compare to a pure white paint?
Secure 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 Secure 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 Secure 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 Secure Blue. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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