Sherwin-Williams Anchors Aweigh (SW 9179) is a deeply saturated, dark navy blue with a muted charcoal cast. This daring, near-black hue creates a moody, sophisticated atmosphere, making it an exceptional choice for dramatic dining rooms, accent walls, or striking exteriors.
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Paint Technical Profile
| Color ID / SKU | SW 9179 |
| HEX Code | #2B3441 |
| Light Reflectance (LRV) | 3 |
| Temperature | Cool |
| Primary Undertone | Blue |
| Hidden Undertones | Charcoal Gray, Indigo |
| Use | Interior, Exterior |
| Best Exposures | South, West |
| Best For | Dining rooms, powder rooms, accent walls, exterior siding, kitchen islands |
Digital Visualizations & Applications Explore curated design concepts and coordinating palettes.
Digital color test: A dramatic deep blue enveloping a dining room, glowing under moody evening candlelight and a brass chandelier.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Moody evening candlelight and brass chandelier
- Trim Recommendation:Sherwin-Williams Extra White
- Flooring:Herringbone oak
- Key Materials:Linen upholstery, crystal
Complementary Paint Colors
Room visualization: A fully color-drenched powder room in a rich maritime blue, accented by Calacatta marble and unlacquered brass.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Warm ambient wall sconce light
- Hardware Finishes:Unlacquered brass
- Counter Top:Calacatta marble
- Architectural Style:Color-drenched
Concept layout: A bold charcoal-blue accent wall defining a living space, enriched by warm walnut floors and cognac leather.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Bright side-angled morning sun
- Coordinating Color:Sherwin-Williams Alabaster
- Flooring:Warm walnut
- Key Materials:Cognac leather, wool throw
Complementary Paint Colors
Exterior visualization: Striking dark blue siding on a home exterior, beautifully contrasted with a cedar shake roof and copper gutters.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Crisp clear midday sunlight
- Trim Recommendation:Sherwin-Williams Pure White
- Roofing:Cedar shake
- Styling Pro Tips:Copper gutters, boxwood shrubs
Complementary Paint Colors
Material palette: A commanding navy blue kitchen island serving as a focal point against butcher block countertops and brushed gold hardware.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Bright overhead pendant lighting
- Coordinating Color:Sherwin-Williams Snowbound
- Hardware Finishes:Brushed gold
- Counter Top:Butcher block
Complementary Paint Colors
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