Waterscape
Sherwin-Williams · SW6470
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The Analysis
Waterscape is a mid-tone blue-green that leans heavily into a cool, refreshing quality. With an LRV of 61.39, it reflects a solid amount of light, which helps prevent small rooms from feeling closed-in or cave-like.
It functions best as a main wall color in spaces where you want a sense of calm. It is subtle enough to serve as a backdrop for art, but saturated enough to stand on its own without needing heavy accents.
LRV 61History & Origin
This is a distinctly modern, fresh shade rather than a period-specific color. It fits well in contemporary renovations that prioritize light and clean, balanced palettes.
How to Use It
It works exceptionally well in bathrooms or bedrooms paired with crisp white trim. For finishes, use warm wood tones like oak to balance the coolness of the paint, or matte black hardware for a sharp, modern contrast.
The Mood
This color promotes a sense of restfulness and clarity. Because it sits between blue and green, it feels grounded and stable rather than overly stimulating, making it easy to live with for long periods.
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