Blue Plate
Sherwin-Williams · SW6796
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The Analysis
Blue Plate is a deep, saturated mid-tone blue that absorbs a significant amount of light, as indicated by its low LRV of 17.21. Because it pulls light inward, it will make a room feel cozier and more enclosed rather than expansive or airy.
It is best used as a bold accent wall, a cabinet color, or a moody treatment for a powder room or study. Avoid using it as a main wall color in small, windowless rooms, as the low light reflectivity can make the space feel cramped.
LRV 17History & Origin
This shade leans toward modern, crisp interior design rather than historical palettes. It fits perfectly into contemporary homes looking for a clean, high-contrast look.
How to Use It
Pair this color with warm wood tones like walnut or oak to balance the coolness of the blue. For hardware, matte black provides a sleek, modern edge, while brushed brass adds a sharp, high-contrast pop.
The Mood
This color provides a grounded, stable, and focused environment, making it ideal for spaces where you want to eliminate visual clutter. It feels professional and composed, offering a sense of calm without being sleepy.
Colour harmonies
Complementary
Opposite on the colour wheel — bold, high-contrast pairings. Use for a feature wall or furniture you want to command attention.
Analogous
Neighbouring hues — cohesive and calm, great for layered schemes that feel collected rather than matched.
Split complementary
Near-opposites for strong contrast with a little less tension than a pure complement. A favourite of interior designers.
Triadic
Three evenly spaced hues — balanced, vibrant, and versatile. Keep one dominant and use the others sparingly.
Tetradic (square)
Four hues in a square on the wheel — rich, dynamic palettes. Best when one colour leads and the others accent.
Monochromatic
Dark, mid, and light steps on the same hue — a failsafe gradient for trim, walls, and accents without shifting colour family.
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Lighting
See how this colour shifts across natural and artificial light conditions.
- Natural