Sherwin-Williams • 6803

Danube

Name: Sherwin-Williams Danube 6803
Brand: Sherwin-Williams

Often used for its genuinely dark qualities, Danube remains a staple for Sherwin-Williams designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to anchor a room without demanding the spotlight. We've gathered 11 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.

Hex

#2377A2

LRV

16.01

Light Reflectance Value

16.01

dark

Temperaturecool

SaturationBright

Danube's Color Strip

Danube is the sixth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Jacaranda and Dignity Blue. The strip spans from Soar at the lightest end to Dignity Blue at the deepest. As part of strip 177, these colors are curated to work together — helpful when you're deciding how light or deep to go.

C1Soar C2Something Blue C3Porch Ceiling C4Regale Blue C5Jacaranda C6Danube

C7Dignity Blue

Danube in Real Rooms

Danube has a low LRV of 16.01 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color. 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 Purple family, the photos below show it applied in a bedroom, living room, kitchen cabinets, house, misc and mudroom.

1 Bedroom Photo

A bedroom finished in Danube rewards the time you spend in it. The color is deep enough to feel intentional and luxurious, but not so saturated that it becomes visually tiring over time — it strikes the perfect balance for a space meant for both deep sleep and the slow, reflective hours before it.

Sherwin Williams Danube bedroom color

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1 Living Room Photo

The beauty of Danube in a living room lies in its versatility with textures. It provides a smooth, matte-like quality that contrasts beautifully against plush velvet sofas or chunky wool rugs. It's a color that invites you to stay a little longer, creating an atmosphere that feels established rather than just decorated.

Sherwin Williams Danube living room color

@janieleopard

2 Kitchen Cabinets Photos

The depth of Danube on kitchen cabinets is excellent for hiding the inevitable wear and tear of a busy kitchen. It's a practical choice that doesn't sacrifice an ounce of style, providing a durable-looking finish that remains elegant for years.

SW 6803 kitchen cabinets color

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Sherwin Williams Danube kitchen cabinets color

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2 House Photos

Danube is particularly effective on modern-style homes with flat planes and large windows. The color emphasizes the geometry of the house, using shadows and light to create a dynamic, ever-changing facade throughout the day.

SW Danube house exterior color review

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SW Danube house exterior color

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3 Misc Photos

These examples of Danube in transitional spaces—like entryways or landings—show how the color can act as a "thread" that ties the upper and lower floors of a house together into one cohesive story.

Blue Painted Cabinets

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Danube Painted Cabinets

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Sherwin Williams Danube Children'S Room

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2 Mudroom Photos

For smaller entries, Danube provides a "box" of color that defines the space. It tells you exactly where the "messy" zone ends and the "clean" house begins, using color psychology to manage the flow of the household.