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Sherwin Williams Windy Blue SW6240

Windy Blue

Sherwin Williams

SW6240

About Windy Blue by Sherwin Williams

Brightness: 47.7%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #aabac6

RGB: 170, 186, 198

Hue206°

Saturation20%

Lightness72%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Windy Blue SW6240 a warm or cool color?
Windy 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 Windy Blue?
Windy Blue sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 206°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Windy Blue?
Brightness is about 48%. Saturation is around 20%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 72%. Hue is close to 206°. The hex value is #aabac6. The RGB value is 170, 186, 198.
Is Windy Blue better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Windy Blue has brightness around 48%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Windy Blue?
You can match Windy 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 Windy Blue work best in a home?
Windy 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 Windy Blue compare to a pure white paint?
Windy 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 Windy 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 Windy 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 Windy Blue. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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