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Aqua-Sphere

Aqua-Sphere is a versatile Blue from Sherwin-Williams. Our real-world data shows it is a primary choice when homeowners need to perfect for adding character to any space. Below, you'll find 4 examples of this shade in actual homes along with suggested color relationships.

Hex

#9CB0B3

LRV

41.23

Light Reflectance Value
41.23
medium
Temperaturecool
SaturationMuted

Aqua-Sphere's Color Strip

Aqua-Sphere is the third shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Breezy and Tranquil Aqua. The strip spans from Silvermist at the lightest end to Labradorite at the deepest. Strip 281 puts these related shades in sequence, making it simple to find the tone that suits your room.

Aqua-Sphere in Real Rooms

Aqua-Sphere has a medium-high LRV of 41.23 — present enough to register on the wall without making a room feel heavy. It's cool-toned and , so it will lean blue or gray under cool north-facing light and soften in warmer evening light. Grouped in the Blue family, the photos below show it applied in a bathroom, living room and misc.

Color Strip 281

2 Bathroom Photos

The interaction between Aqua-Sphere and steam or humidity creates a beautiful, diffused atmosphere in a bathroom. It's a color that feels "alive," shifting slightly in character as the environment changes during a hot shower or a long soak.

Sherwin Williams Aqua-Sphere bathroom color review

Sherwin Williams Aqua-Sphere bathroom color review

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SW Aqua-Sphere bathroom color

SW Aqua-Sphere bathroom color

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1 Living Room Photo

Aqua-Sphere provides a subtle architectural "lift" to a living room, especially those with high ceilings or intricate crown molding. The way shadows settle into the corners with this particular shade adds a layer of history and gravity to the space, making even a new build feel like it has stories to tell.

SW Aqua-Sphere accent wall

SW Aqua-Sphere accent wall

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1 Misc Photo

In walk-in closets or pantries, Aqua-Sphere provides a dark, sophisticated backdrop that makes your belongings look organized and curated. It turns a storage space into a boutique-like experience every time you open the door.

SW Aqua-Sphere accent wall

SW Aqua-Sphere accent wall

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Coordinating Colors

Trim Color

Similar Colors

Color Codes

HEX#9CB0B3
RGB156, 176, 179
HSL188° 13% 66%
CMYK13 2 0 30
CIE LabL: 70.4 a: -6.3 b: -3.9
XYZX: 37.37 Y: 41.37 Z: 48.66
Strip281 pos. C3