Daphne
With a focus on versatile tones, Daphne (9151) is a standout Blue in our database. It was selected for this featured gallery for its ability to perfect for adding character to any space. See it applied across 15 real world scenarios and find professional pairing data below.
Hex
#899CAA
LRV
31.97
Daphne's Color Strip
Daphne is the fourth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Aleutian and Bracing Blue. The strip spans from Upward at the lightest end to Indigo Batik at the deepest. Strip 224 puts these related shades in sequence, making it simple to find the tone that suits your room.
Daphne in Real Rooms
Daphne has a medium LRV of 31.97 — it adds real depth and will read noticeably darker as natural light fades. 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 bedroom, living room, kitchen, misc and bathroom.
2 Bedroom Photos
In the context of a primary suite, Daphne suggests a boutique-hotel level of refinement. It creates a seamless flow between the sleeping area and the dressing room, providing a steadying influence that makes the morning routine feel more organized and serene.
Sherwin Williams Daphne bedroom color
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Sherwin Williams Daphne accent wall
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1 Living Room Photo
When applied to living room walls, Daphne creates a sense of "visual quiet." It eliminates the erratic shadows found in busier spaces, instead providing a steady, rhythmic tone that ties together disparate furniture styles. It's the common thread that makes a room full of heirlooms and modern pieces feel like a cohesive collection.
Sherwin Williams Daphne living room paint
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5 Kitchen Photos
Daphne is particularly effective in kitchens with a lot of natural light. It tempers the glare from sun hitting polished surfaces, providing a matte-like visual anchor that keeps the room feeling grounded even during the brightest parts of the day.
Sherwin Williams Daphne kitchen paint review
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SW 9151 kitchen paint review
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SW 9151 kitchen makeover
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SW Daphne kitchen paint review
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Sherwin Williams Daphne kitchen makeover
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6 Misc Photos
These examples of Daphne 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.
SW 9151 dining room makeover
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1 Bathroom Photo
For bathrooms with limited natural light, Daphne provides a necessary "glow." It uses its subtle undertones to mimic the warmth of sunlight, preventing the space from feeling subterranean or overly dark, even in windowless layouts.
Sherwin Williams Daphne bathroom vanity paint
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