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Sherwin Williams Sleepy Blue SW6225

Sleepy Blue

Sherwin Williams

SW6225

About Sleepy Blue by Sherwin Williams

Sleepy Blue SW6225 by Sherwin Williams is a mid cool shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 58% and hue near 190° for steady results across rooms. Gives balance to offices, kitchens, and entries. Pairs well with crisp whites, charcoal, and light woods.

Brightness: 57.9%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #bccbce

RGB: 188, 203, 206

Hue190°

Saturation16%

Lightness77%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Sleepy Blue SW6225 a warm or cool color?
Sleepy Blue 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 Sleepy Blue?
Sleepy Blue sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 190°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Sleepy Blue?
Brightness is about 58%. Saturation is around 16%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 77%. Hue is close to 190°. The hex value is #bccbce. The RGB value is 188, 203, 206.
Is Sleepy Blue better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Sleepy Blue has brightness around 58%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Sleepy Blue?
You can match Sleepy 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 Sleepy Blue work best in a home?
Sleepy 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 Sleepy Blue compare to a pure white paint?
Sleepy Blue 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 Sleepy 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 Sleepy 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 Sleepy Blue. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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