Sherwin-Williams • 6509

Georgian Bay

Name: Sherwin-Williams Georgian Bay 6509
Brand: Sherwin-Williams

Georgian Bay is a genuinely dark Blue from Sherwin-Williams. Our real-world data shows it is a primary choice when homeowners need to anchor a room without demanding the spotlight. Below, you'll find 7 examples of this shade in actual homes along with suggested color relationships.

Hex

#22657F

LRV

11.19

Light Reflectance Value

11.19

dark

Temperaturecool

SaturationMidtone

Collection

Intrinsic

Georgian Bay's Color Strip

Georgian Bay is the sixth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Secure Blue and Loyal Blue. The strip spans from Atmospheric at the lightest end to Loyal Blue at the deepest. As part of strip 175, these colors are curated to work together — helpful when you're deciding how light or deep to go.

C1Atmospheric C2Vast Sky C3Resolute Blue C4Bluebird Feather C5Secure Blue C6Georgian Bay

C7Loyal Blue

Georgian Bay in Real Rooms

Georgian Bay has a low LRV of 11.19 — 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 Blue family, the photos below show it applied in a bedroom, house, kitchen and living room.

4 Bedroom Photos

To use Georgian Bay in a bedroom is to lean into the concept of "soft minimalism." It provides enough visual interest that you don't need a lot of wall decor; the color itself becomes the art. This allows for a clutter-free environment that is essential for mental clarity at the end of the day.

Sw 6509 Bedroom

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Sherwin Williams Georgian Bay Bedroom

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Sherwin Williams Georgian Bay Bedroom

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Sw 6509 Bedroom Accent Wall

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1 House Photo

Georgian Bay 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.

Sherwin Williams Georgian Bay Exterior

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1 Kitchen Photo

For smaller kitchens, Georgian Bay can be used to create a "jewel box" effect. By painting the walls and trim in this same shade, you eliminate visual breaks, making the room feel more expansive and sophisticated despite its modest footprint.

Sherwin Williams Georgian Bay Kitchen

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1 Living Room Photo

Choosing Georgian Bay for a main living area is a commitment to timelessness. It avoids the trend-cycle fatigue of brighter hues, offering a sophisticated neutrality that can be reimagined every few years simply by swapping out textiles or accent pillows. It is the ultimate foundation for an evolving home.