North Star by Sherwin-Williams is a light, crisp blue-gray paint color. With an airy and reflective quality, it reads as a soft, muted blue that brings a clean, tranquil, and slightly stormy vibe to well-lit bedrooms, bathrooms, and open-concept spaces.
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Paint Technical Profile
| Color ID / SKU | SW 6246 |
| HEX Code | #CAD0D2 |
| Light Reflectance (LRV) | 62 |
| Temperature | Cool |
| Primary Undertone | Gray |
| Hidden Undertones | Slate Blue |
| Use | Interior, Exterior |
| Best Exposures | South, West |
| Best For | Bedrooms, Bathrooms, Nurseries, Living rooms |
Digital Visualizations & Applications Explore curated design concepts and coordinating palettes.
Digital color test: A crisp greyish-blue wall color reflecting cool morning daylight, paired with whitewashed pine floors.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Crisp, cool morning daylight.
- Flooring:Whitewashed pine floors
- Trim Recommendation:SW Pure White
- Hardware Finishes:Matte black curtain rods
- Textiles:Crisp white percale cotton sheets
- Styling Props:A silver alarm clock and a glass of water on the nightstand
Complementary Paint Colors
Concept board: This refreshing cool blue hue sits elegantly above classic white wainscoting and polished nickel plumbing fixtures.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Diffused, even light from frosted glass windows.
- Flooring:Carrara marble hex tile
- Wainscoting Color:SW Extra White
- Hardware Finishes:Polished nickel
- Textiles:Fluffy white Turkish towels
- Styling Props:A natural sea sponge and a bar of artisanal soap
Complementary Paint Colors
Material mockup: A soothing greyish-blue tone enveloping nursery walls, accented by natural maple wood and brushed brass hardware.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Gentle, soft ambient light with a warm nightlight glow.
- Flooring:Plush white sheepskin rug over light wood
- Ceiling Color:SW Alabaster
- Hardware Finishes:Brushed brass
- Furniture Materials:Natural maple wood crib
- Styling Props:A woven mobile and a soft knit teddy bear
Complementary Paint Colors
Digital visualization: A tailored cool grey-blue tone applied to living room walls, grounded by light grey oak floors and polished chrome.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Bright afternoon sun casting soft, geometric shadows.
- Flooring:Light grey oak
- Trim Recommendation:SW Snowbound
- Hardware Finishes:Polished chrome
- Textiles:Velvet navy blue accent pillows
- Styling Props:A clear glass vase with white hydrangeas and a silver tray
Complementary Paint Colors
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