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Sherwin Williams Veiled Violet SW6268

Veiled Violet

Sherwin Williams

SW6268

About Veiled Violet by Sherwin Williams

Brightness: 47.4%

Tone: Neutral

HEX: #bdb5b9

RGB: 189, 181, 185

Hue330°

Saturation6%

Lightness73%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Veiled Violet SW6268 a warm or cool color?
Veiled Violet by Sherwin Williams is a neutral mid tone color. It will usually read neutral in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Veiled Violet?
Veiled Violet sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 330°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Veiled Violet?
Brightness is about 47%. Saturation is around 6%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 73%. Hue is close to 330°. The hex value is #bdb5b9. The RGB value is 189, 181, 185.
Is Veiled Violet better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Veiled Violet has brightness around 47%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Veiled Violet?
You can match Veiled Violet 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 Veiled Violet work best in a home?
Veiled Violet 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 Veiled Violet compare to a pure white paint?
Veiled Violet is softer than a pure untinted white. The neutral 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 Veiled Violet 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 Veiled Violet 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 Veiled Violet. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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