Sherwin-Williams • 6226

Languid Blue

Name: Sherwin-Williams Languid Blue 6226
Brand: Sherwin-Williams

Often used for its versatile qualities, Languid Blue remains a staple for Sherwin-Williams designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to perfect for adding character to any space. We've gathered 17 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.

Hex

#A4B7BD

LRV

45.43

Light Reflectance Value

45.43

medium

Temperaturecool

SaturationMuted

Collection

Living Well

Languid Blue's Color Strip

Languid Blue is the second shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Sleepy Blue and Meditative. The strip spans from Sleepy Blue at the lightest end to Rainstorm at the deepest. Strip 220 makes it easy to compare shades side by side and find the right depth for your space.

C1Sleepy Blue C2Languid Blue

C3Meditative C4Whirlpool C5Refuge C6Tempe Star C7Rainstorm

Languid Blue in Real Rooms

Languid Blue has a medium-high LRV of 45.43 — 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 front door, dining room, misc, kitchen cabinets, living room and bedroom.

2 Front Door Photos

A front door in Languid Blue is a timeless choice that won't feel dated as trends shift. It's a versatile hue that can adapt to different porch decor—from modern planters to traditional rockers—with effortless ease.

SW Languid Blue door

@ellebrightdesigns

Door

@nicolettes_for_the_home

3 Dining Room Photos

Dining rooms are often the best place to take a "color risk." By choosing Languid Blue, you're opting for a shade that is saturated and confident, yet still refined enough to act as a neutral backdrop for colorful table linens and floral arrangements.

SW Languid Blue dining room paint

@visualpaint1

SW Languid Blue dining room color

@visualpaint1

Dining Room

@casabellacolors

4 Misc Photos

More spaces painted in Languid Blue, shared by homeowners and designers across kitchens, hallways, dining rooms, and beyond. This collection shows how one color can take on a dozen different personalities depending on the room.

Languid Blue Painted Dresser

@scoutdesignstudio

Sw 6226 Painted Furniture

@fairmountterrace

Sw Languid Blue Accent Wall

@homeoneast

Sw 6226 Accent Wall

@homeoneast

4 Kitchen Cabinets Photos

Cabinet color commits in a way wall color doesn't — it reads from every angle and dominates the room's material palette. Languid Blue earns that commitment. It pairs with hardware in brass, matte black, or unlacquered bronze without fighting any of them.

SW 6226 kitchen cabinets color review

@hadleylord

SW Languid Blue kitchen cabinets

@theinspiredroom

Sherwin Williams Languid Blue Kitchen Cabinets

@schoolbellpainting

Sw 6226 Kitchen Cabinets

@schoolbellpainting

3 Living Room Photos

Few colors transition as gracefully from day to evening as Languid Blue. In natural light, it reads clean, grounded, and modern; by candlelight or lamp, it deepens into something much more soulful. For a living room that needs to function as a bright morning coffee spot and a moody evening lounge, that tonal range is an invaluable asset.

SW Languid Blue living room color review

@barrs_1970

SW Languid Blue living room interior

@barrs_1970

Sw 6226 Living Room

@tammraschiller

1 Bedroom Photo

In the context of a primary suite, Languid Blue 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.