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Sherwin Williams Vast Sky SW6506

Vast Sky

Sherwin Williams

SW6506

About Vast Sky by Sherwin Williams

Brightness: 55.1%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #a9c9d7

RGB: 169, 201, 215

Hue198°

Saturation37%

Lightness75%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Vast Sky SW6506 a warm or cool color?
Vast Sky 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 Vast Sky?
Vast Sky 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 Vast Sky?
Brightness is about 55%. Saturation is around 37%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 75%. Hue is close to 198°. The hex value is #a9c9d7. The RGB value is 169, 201, 215.
Is Vast Sky better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Vast Sky has brightness around 55%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Vast Sky?
You can match Vast Sky 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 Vast Sky work best in a home?
Vast Sky 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 Vast Sky compare to a pure white paint?
Vast Sky 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 Vast Sky 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 Vast Sky 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 Vast Sky. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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