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Sherwin Williams Surf Green SW6473

Surf Green

Sherwin Williams

SW6473

About Surf Green by Sherwin Williams

Surf Green SW6473 by Sherwin Williams is a dark cool shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 22% and hue near 164° for steady results across rooms. Strong choice for accents, offices, or media rooms. Pairs well with crisp whites, charcoal, and light woods.

Brightness: 21.5%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #5f887d

RGB: 95, 136, 125

Hue164°

Saturation18%

Lightness45%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Surf Green SW6473 a warm or cool color?
Surf Green 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 Surf Green?
Surf Green sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 164°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Surf Green?
Brightness is about 22%. Saturation is around 18%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 45%. Hue is close to 164°. The hex value is #5f887d. The RGB value is 95, 136, 125.
Is Surf Green better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Surf Green has brightness around 22%. 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 Surf Green?
You can match Surf 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 Surf Green work best in a home?
Surf 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 Surf Green compare to a pure white paint?
Surf Green 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 Surf 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 Surf 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 Surf Green. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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