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Sherwin Williams Something Blue SW6800

Something Blue

Sherwin Williams

SW6800

About Something Blue by Sherwin Williams

Something Blue SW6800 by Sherwin Williams is a mid cool shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 63% and hue near 198° for steady results across rooms. Gives balance to offices, kitchens, and entries. Pairs well with crisp whites, charcoal, and light woods.

Brightness: 63%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #b0d6e6

RGB: 176, 214, 230

Hue198°

Saturation52%

Lightness80%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Something Blue SW6800 a warm or cool color?
Something 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 Something Blue?
Something Blue sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 198°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Something Blue?
Brightness is about 63%. Saturation is around 52%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 80%. Hue is close to 198°. The hex value is #b0d6e6. The RGB value is 176, 214, 230.
Is Something Blue better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Something Blue has brightness around 63%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Something Blue?
You can match Something 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 Something Blue work best in a home?
Something 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 Something Blue compare to a pure white paint?
Something 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 Something 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 Something 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 Something Blue. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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