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Iceberg

Sherwin-Williams · SW6798

The Analysis

Iceberg is a light, crisp blue-gray that acts as a significant light reflector. With an LRV of 75.55, it bounces plenty of light around, making small or cramped rooms feel noticeably more open and airy.

This is an excellent choice for a primary wall color because it acts as a neutral backdrop rather than a dominant focal point. It works well to modernize a space without making it feel sterile or cold.

LRV 76

History & Origin

This color leans toward a modern, fresh aesthetic rather than a traditional period look. It fits best in contemporary renovations that prioritize brightness and clean lines.

Undertoneneutral
FamilyWhite

How to Use It

Use this in bathrooms or bedrooms to enhance natural light; pair it with light oak wood tones for a balanced look or matte black hardware to ground the cool blue undertones. It performs best when balanced with warm-toned textiles to prevent the space from feeling too icy.

The Mood

Living with Iceberg feels clean and orderly. It provides a cool, stable presence that keeps a room feeling refreshed without being overly stimulating, making it ideal for high-traffic areas where you want to maintain a sense of calm.

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