Aleutian
Sherwin-Williams Aleutian (6241) carries the measured structure of its color data and the less predictable beauty of paint in a finished space. It appears in 2016 Nouveau Narrative, 2021 Tapestry and 2022 Opus, plus 1 more, placing it within several distinct decorating stories rather than a single fixed look. Treat the digital swatch as an opening note, then watch a physical sample from morning light through evening lamps.
Hex
#98A9B7LRV
38.47
Aleutian's Color Strip
Aleutian is the third shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Windy Blue and Daphne. The strip spans from Upward at the lightest end to Indigo Batik at the deepest. As part of strip 224, these colors are curated to work together — helpful when you're deciding how light or deep to go.
Aleutian in Rooms
Follow Aleutian from one space to another and watch how light, scale and surrounding materials reshape its character. 30 sourced room photos offer a closer look at the color in lived-in settings.
12 Living Room Photos
Aleutian (6241) can change noticeably under the movement from window light to lamplight. Sample it beside the finishes that will remain in the room.
Dark blue Aleutian walls anchor the living room with sophisticated elegance.
@sherwinwilliams_242
1 Home Office Photo
1 sourced room photo gives the gallery a lived-in point of reference. Together they show Aleutian (6241) as inspiration rather than a promise of an identical result.
Home office walls painted in sophisticated Aleutian encourage focus and creativity.
@thehollyandivyhome
1 Front Door Photo
1 front door image place Aleutian (6241) in a small architectural moment with an outsized first impression. An LRV of 38.5 lets the color hold its identity across both brighter and more shaded parts of the room.
The front door finished in Aleutian makes a bold architectural statement.
@michellezievert
2 House Photos
Aleutian (6241) offers a starting mood rather than a finished formula: Its cool classification can bring a composed, clean tension to warmer finishes. Test it under full daylight, cloud cover and long evening shadows.
Exterior siding painted in dark Aleutian gives the house curb appeal.
@herbertpainting
House exterior walls in Aleutian create a striking, contemporary appearance.
@michelleboyd_studio
6 Bedroom Photos
6 bedroom images place Aleutian (6241) in a room designed around rest, softness and retreat. An LRV of 38.5 lets the color hold its identity across both brighter and more shaded parts of the room.
Bedroom walls painted in moody Aleutian establish a restful atmosphere.
@prodigiouspainting
3 Bathroom Photos
Aleutian (6241) offers a starting mood rather than a finished formula: Its cool classification can bring a composed, clean tension to warmer finishes. Test it under window light, mirrors and focused task lighting.
Bathroom walls painted in deep Aleutian create spa-like sophistication.
@prodigiouspainting
Aleutian on the bathroom walls delivers a modern, calming aesthetic.
@herhatsblog
Laundry room walls in Aleutian bring unexpected elegance to utility spaces.
@herhatsblog
3 Kitchen Cabinets Photos
Its place within 2016 Nouveau Narrative and 2021 Tapestry hints at the range of palettes it can inhabit. In this setting, let light moving across doors, rails and recessed panels and countertops, hardware, splashbacks and flooring guide the final sample decision.
Kitchen cabinets painted in Aleutian add depth and modern style to the room.
@epic_painting
Deep blue Aleutian kitchen cabinets become a striking focal point.
@knc.designstudio
Aleutian cabinetry transforms the kitchen with rich, contemporary color.
@seven6realty
2 Misc Photos
These 2 misc images show how Aleutian (6241) can sit beside a changing mix of architectural details and personal finishes. The blue hue classifications suggest the subtle directions the color may take as the room changes.
Painted furniture in Aleutian brings sophisticated style to any room.
@acabadosypinturas
A piece of furniture finished in Aleutian demonstrates its versatile appeal.
@rosacollinshome
Coordinating Colors
At LRV 51 vs 38, Tumblin' Tumbleweed is decisively the brighter choice.
A 8-point LRV gap (38 vs 31) makes Aleutian the marginally brighter of the two.
Trim Color
Similar Colors
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 38 vs 37), so neither reads brighter in a room.
A 4-point LRV gap (38 vs 35) makes Aleutian the marginally brighter of the two.
Faded Flaxflower reads slightly lighter (LRV 44 vs 38), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
Dockside Blue reads slightly lighter (LRV 43 vs 38), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 38 vs 38), so neither reads brighter in a room.
Complementary Colors
A 3-point LRV gap (38 vs 35) makes Aleutian the marginally brighter of the two.
At LRV 81 vs 38, Heavenly White is decisively the brighter choice.
Original White reflects far more light (LRV 74 vs 38), opening up a space where Aleutian encloses it.
Aleutian reflects far more light (LRV 38 vs 20), opening up a space where Warm Stone encloses it.
Lighter Colors
Dockside Blue reads slightly lighter (LRV 43 vs 38), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
Darker Colors
Aleutian reflects far more light (LRV 38 vs 25), opening up a space where Bracing Blue encloses it.
At LRV 38 vs 25, Aleutian is decisively the brighter choice.
A 9-point LRV gap (38 vs 29) makes Aleutian the marginally brighter of the two.
A 4-point LRV gap (38 vs 35) makes Aleutian the marginally brighter of the two.
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Manufacturer description
Like a darkening sky at dusk, this cool denim blue settles on your space like calm personified. Bring a chill vibe to your bedroom or bathroom.