Sherwin-Williams Atmospheric (SW 6505) is a soft, breezy light blue paint color with subtle gray and green undertones. Its LRV of 67 makes it a refreshing, airy choice that brings a calming, spa-like energy to bathrooms, bedrooms, and even porch ceilings.
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Paint Technical Profile
| Color ID / SKU | SW 6505 |
| HEX Code | #C2DAE0 |
| Light Reflectance (LRV) | 67 |
| Temperature | Cool |
| Primary Undertone | Blue |
| Hidden Undertones | Gray, Green |
| Use | Interior, Exterior |
| Best Exposures | South, West |
| Best For | Bathrooms, Bedrooms, Ceilings, Laundry Rooms |
Digital Visualizations & Applications Explore curated design concepts and coordinating palettes.
Digital visualization: This serene light blue applied to bathroom walls, creating a spa-like atmosphere alongside classic Carrara marble.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Crisp morning natural light
- Trim Recommendation:SW Pure White
- Flooring:Carrara marble hex tile
- Fixtures:Polished chrome
- Vibe:Spa-like retreat
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Concept board: A breezy pastel blue setting a coastal cottage tone, beautifully paired with woven rattan and whitewashed wood.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Soft afternoon light
- Trim Recommendation:SW High Reflective White
- Textiles:White percale, subtle floral block prints
- Furniture:Rattan headboard, whitewashed nightstands
- Vibe:Coastal Cottage
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Material exploration: A soft sky blue drawing the eye upward on a sunroom ceiling, framed by warm white crown molding.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Bright diffused daylight
- Wall Color:SW Dover White
- Flooring:Heart pine
- Architectural Details:Beadboard ceiling, deep crown molding
- Vibe:Southern Porch / Sunroom
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Digital color test: This cheerful blue hue on utility cabinetry, adding a fresh pop of color against speckled terrazzo flooring.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Bright fluorescent and natural mix
- Cabinet Color:SW Atmospheric
- Wall Color:SW Extra White
- Flooring:Terrazzo tile
- Hardware:Satin brass
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