Sea Salt
Sherwin-Williams · SW6204
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The Analysis
Sea Salt is a chameleon color that shifts between gray, green, and blue depending on the lighting. With an LRV of 63.34, it reflects a moderate amount of light, which helps keep small rooms feeling open rather than cramped.
It works best as a primary wall color for living areas or hallways where you want a neutral backdrop that isn't plain white. It is subtle enough to act as a neutral but has enough pigment to provide character.
LRV 63History & Origin
This is a contemporary favorite that feels modern and fresh rather than tied to a specific period. It fits perfectly into today’s trend toward organic, nature-inspired palettes.
How to Use It
It pairs beautifully with light oak wood tones and brushed gold or matte black hardware. Use it in rooms with plenty of natural light to bring out its green-blue undertones.
The Mood
This color promotes a restful environment, making it an excellent choice for bedrooms or bathrooms. Because it leans cool, it provides a clean, clutter-free look that keeps a home feeling organized and 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