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Sherwin Williams Snowdrop SW6511

Snowdrop

Sherwin Williams

SW6511

About Snowdrop by Sherwin Williams

Snowdrop SW6511 by Sherwin Williams is a light cool shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 79% and hue near 173° for steady results across rooms. Works well in bright rooms, baths, or clean modern spaces. Pairs well with crisp whites, charcoal, and light woods.

Brightness: 79.3%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #e0e8e7

RGB: 224, 232, 231

Hue173°

Saturation15%

Lightness89%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Snowdrop SW6511 a warm or cool color?
Snowdrop by Sherwin Williams is a cool light color. It will usually read cool in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Snowdrop?
Snowdrop sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 173°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Snowdrop?
Brightness is about 79%. Saturation is around 15%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 89%. Hue is close to 173°. The hex value is #e0e8e7. The RGB value is 224, 232, 231.
Is Snowdrop better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Snowdrop has brightness around 79%. It can help lift darker spaces without feeling too stark, so it works well in darker rooms, halls, or basements.
Which colors go with Snowdrop?
You can match Snowdrop 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 Snowdrop work best in a home?
Snowdrop is a good fit for full walls in living rooms, bedrooms, and open spaces, especially where you want a soft cool backdrop. It can also work in lower light areas because it stays fairly bright.
How does Snowdrop compare to a pure white paint?
Snowdrop is softer than a pure untinted white. The cool undertone and light color feel more gentle on the eye, so it tends to look calmer and less stark on large walls.

Darker Shades by Sherwin Williams

These colors drop a bit below Snowdrop 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 Snowdrop. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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