Tidewater
Sherwin-Williams · SW6477
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The Analysis
Tidewater is a soft, seafoam-inspired green-blue that functions as a high-clarity neutral. With an LRV of 64.91, it reflects a significant amount of light, which helps smaller rooms feel more open and prevents them from feeling boxed in.
This shade works best as a primary wall colour for a cohesive, breezy look. It is subtle enough to serve as a backdrop for artwork without disappearing into the background.
LRV 65History & Origin
Tidewater leans firmly into modern, fresh design. It lacks the heavy saturation of historical palettes and is better suited for contemporary or updated transitional homes.
How to Use It
It excels in bathrooms and bedrooms where you want a crisp, airy finish. Pair it with light-to-medium wood tones like white oak, or use matte black hardware to ground the space and prevent the room from feeling too 'soft'.
The Mood
Living with this colour feels clean and balanced rather than intense. It provides a steady, restful environment that is easy on the eyes, making it a great choice for areas where you want to avoid visual clutter.
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