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Sherwin Williams Slow Green SW6456

Slow Green

Sherwin Williams

SW6456

About Slow Green by Sherwin Williams

Slow Green SW6456 by Sherwin Williams is a mid cool shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 64% and hue near 132° for steady results across rooms. Gives balance to offices, kitchens, and entries. Pairs well with crisp whites, charcoal, and light woods.

Brightness: 63.8%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #c6d5c9

RGB: 198, 213, 201

Hue132°

Saturation15%

Lightness81%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Slow Green SW6456 a warm or cool color?
Slow Green 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 Slow Green?
Slow Green sits in the green family. Its hue is about 132°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Slow Green?
Brightness is about 64%. Saturation is around 15%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 81%. Hue is close to 132°. The hex value is #c6d5c9. The RGB value is 198, 213, 201.
Is Slow Green better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Slow Green has brightness around 64%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Slow Green?
You can match Slow Green 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 Slow Green work best in a home?
Slow Green 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 Slow Green compare to a pure white paint?
Slow Green 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 Slow Green 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 Slow Green 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 Slow Green. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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