Hinting Blue SW 6519
Sherwin-WilliamsSherwin-Williams Hinting Blue is a light, airy blue paint color with subtle purple and gray undertones. Despite its name, it often reads as a cool, tranquil periwinkle or soft lavender-blue, making it a perfect choice for serene bedrooms and bathrooms.
Paint Technical Profile
| Color ID / SKU | SW 6519 |
| HEX Code | #CED9DD |
| Light Reflectance (LRV) | 68 |
| Temperature | Cool |
| Primary Undertone | Blue |
| Hidden Undertones | Purple, Gray |
| Use | Interior, Exterior |
| Best Exposures | South, West |
| Best For | Bedrooms, Bathrooms, Home Offices, Ceilings |
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Digital visualization: This crisp light blue hue applied to bedroom walls, paired beautifully with a polished nickel sconce.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Soft morning light, east-facing
- Trim Recommendation:SW Extra White
- Flooring:White oak wide plank
- Textiles:White linen duvet, sheer curtains
- Hardware Finishes:Polished nickel
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Concept board: A serene pastel blue tone tested against bleached ash wood and brushed brass bathroom fixtures.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Bright diffused daylight, frosted window
- Vanity Material:Bleached ash wood
- Tile Selection:Carrara marble hex floor
- Hardware Finishes:Brushed brass
Digital color test: Observing this cool blue shade on built-in cabinetry, accented by rich walnut and matte black metals.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Crisp afternoon sunlight, sharp shadows
- Cabinetry Color:SW Hinting Blue
- Desk Material:Walnut veneer
- Accent Metals:Matte black
Design rendering: Applying a subtle blue tint to the ceiling to complement warm brass uplighting and herringbone oak.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Uplighting from sconces, ambient daylight
- Wall Color:SW Snowbound
- Ceiling Color:SW Hinting Blue
- Flooring:Herringbone light oak
- Styling Pro Tips:Draw the eye up with a modern brass chandelier
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