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Sherwin Williams Smoky Blue SW7604

Smoky Blue

Sherwin Williams

SW7604

About Smoky Blue by Sherwin Williams

Smoky Blue SW7604 by Sherwin Williams is a dark cool shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 15% and hue near 201° for steady results across rooms. Strong choice for accents, offices, or media rooms. Pairs well with crisp whites, charcoal, and light woods.

Brightness: 14.7%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #596e79

RGB: 89, 110, 121

Hue201°

Saturation15%

Lightness41%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Smoky Blue SW7604 a warm or cool color?
Smoky 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 Smoky Blue?
Smoky Blue sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 201°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Smoky Blue?
Brightness is about 15%. Saturation is around 15%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 41%. Hue is close to 201°. The hex value is #596e79. The RGB value is 89, 110, 121.
Is Smoky Blue better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Smoky Blue has brightness around 15%. 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 Smoky Blue?
You can match Smoky 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 Smoky Blue work best in a home?
Smoky 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 Smoky Blue compare to a pure white paint?
Smoky 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 Smoky 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 Smoky 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 Smoky Blue. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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