Waterfall
Sherwin-Williams · SW6750
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The Analysis
Waterfall has a high LRV of 71.21, meaning it reflects a significant amount of light, which helps make small or dim rooms feel much larger and more open. Because it is a light, cool-toned green-blue, it prevents a space from feeling cramped or dark.
This colour works best as a main wall paint rather than an accent, as its subtlety allows it to serve as a neutral backdrop for furniture and art. It provides enough character to be interesting, but is muted enough to remain versatile.
LRV 71History & Origin
This is a distinctly modern, fresh colour rather than a period-specific tone. It leans toward contemporary design trends that prioritize light, airy interiors over heavy, traditional palettes.
How to Use It
It excels in bathrooms or bedrooms where you want a spa-like feel. Pair it with light oak wood tones to play up the organic green notes, or use matte black hardware to ground the space with high contrast.
The Mood
Living with Waterfall feels clean, organized, and steady. It provides a restful environment that reduces visual clutter without feeling sterile like a stark white.
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