Languid Blue
Languid Blue is a Blue paint color from Sherwin-Williams, but its character reaches beyond a single label. It appears in Living Well, placing it within several distinct decorating stories rather than a single fixed look. Treat the digital swatch as an opening note, then watch a physical sample from morning light through evening lamps.
Hex
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45.43
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.
Languid Blue in Rooms
Follow Languid Blue from one space to another and watch how light, scale and surrounding materials reshape its character. 17 sourced room photos offer a closer look at the color in lived-in settings.
2 Front Door Photos
The threshold between the street and the interior can draw different notes from Languid Blue (6226). The blue hue classifications suggest the subtle directions the color may take as the room changes.
Front door painted in elegant Languid Blue.
@ellebrightdesigns
Front entry door in Languid Blue welcomes guests with understated elegance.
@nicolettes_for_the_home
3 Dining Room Photos
Languid Blue (6226) can change noticeably under natural light, candles and pendant lighting. Sample it beside the finishes that will remain in the room.
Dining room walls in Languid Blue create sophisticated mood.
@visualpaint1
Dining room walls painted Languid Blue enhance the space.
@visualpaint1
Dining room walls in Languid Blue create an inviting atmosphere for gatherings.
@casabellacolors
4 Misc Photos
Languid Blue (6226) brings its blue character into an assortment of spaces that reveals the color outside a single design formula. Its muted saturation softens the color’s edges, making texture and shadow part of the composition.
Wooden dresser painted in serene Languid Blue adds calm sophistication to any bedroom.
@scoutdesignstudio
Painted furniture in Languid Blue brings soft elegance to traditional bedroom spaces.
@fairmountterrace
Single accent wall in Languid Blue anchors the room with subtle depth.
@homeoneast
Accent wall painted Languid Blue provides peaceful contrast in modern living spaces.
@homeoneast
4 Kitchen Cabinets Photos
The repetition of doors, drawers and shadow lines can draw different notes from Languid Blue (6226). The blue hue classifications suggest the subtle directions the color may take as the room changes.
Kitchen cabinetry in Languid Blue blends timeless style with contemporary design.
@hadleylord
Lower cabinets in Languid Blue complement warm countertops and natural light.
@theinspiredroom
Island cabinetry finished in Languid Blue becomes a striking focal point.
@schoolbellpainting
Kitchen cabinets painted Languid Blue create cohesive, calming workspace.
@schoolbellpainting
3 Living Room Photos
Languid Blue (6226) moves through 3 living room images without becoming a fixed prescription for the room. Its cool classification can bring a composed, clean tension to warmer finishes.
Living room walls in Languid Blue establish serene backdrop for furnishings.
@barrs_1970
Walls painted Languid Blue transform living spaces into tranquil retreats.
@barrs_1970
Living room in Languid Blue pairs beautifully with natural wood accents.
@tammraschiller
1 Bedroom Photo
The slower pace of morning and night can draw different notes from Languid Blue (6226). The blue hue classifications suggest the subtle directions the color may take as the room changes.
Bedroom painted in soothing Languid Blue promotes restful sleep.
@changeyourscenery
Coordinating Colors
At LRV 73 vs 45, Mountain Air is decisively the brighter choice.
At LRV 74 vs 45, Nuance is decisively the brighter choice.
At LRV 45 vs 31, Languid Blue is decisively the brighter choice.
Trim Color
At LRV 73 vs 45, Mountain Air is decisively the brighter choice.
Similar Colors
With LRVs of 45 and 43, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
A 4-point LRV gap (45 vs 41) makes Languid Blue the marginally brighter of the two.
With LRVs of 45 and 44, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 45 vs 43), so neither reads brighter in a room.
With LRVs of 47 and 45, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
Languid Blue reads slightly lighter (LRV 45 vs 41), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
A 4-point LRV gap (49 vs 45) makes Rain the marginally brighter of the two.
Languid Blue reads slightly lighter (LRV 45 vs 41), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 48 vs 45), so neither reads brighter in a room.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 47 vs 45), so neither reads brighter in a room.
Complementary Colors
At LRV 76 vs 45, Mauve Tinge is decisively the brighter choice.
Studio Mauve reads slightly lighter (LRV 50 vs 45), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
A 10-point LRV gap (45 vs 35) makes Languid Blue the marginally brighter of the two.
At LRV 81 vs 45, Heavenly White is decisively the brighter choice.
Original White reflects far more light (LRV 74 vs 45), opening up a space where Languid Blue encloses it.
Languid Blue reads slightly lighter (LRV 45 vs 35), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
Languid Blue reflects far more light (LRV 45 vs 13), opening up a space where Griffin encloses it.
Lighter Colors
Aura White reflects far more light (LRV 76 vs 45), opening up a space where Languid Blue encloses it.
Glass Bead reflects far more light (LRV 77 vs 45), opening up a space where Languid Blue encloses it.
Sleepy Blue reflects far more light (LRV 58 vs 45), opening up a space where Languid Blue encloses it.
At LRV 68 vs 45, Hinting Blue is decisively the brighter choice.
Mild Blue reflects far more light (LRV 65 vs 45), opening up a space where Languid Blue encloses it.
Darker Colors
A 7-point LRV gap (45 vs 38) makes Languid Blue the marginally brighter of the two.
At LRV 45 vs 29, Languid Blue is decisively the brighter choice.
A 11-point LRV gap (45 vs 35) makes Languid Blue the marginally brighter of the two.
Languid Blue reflects far more light (LRV 45 vs 30), opening up a space where Tranquil Aqua encloses it.
At LRV 45 vs 25, Languid Blue is decisively the brighter choice.
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Manufacturer description
This gentle blue is the perfect backdrop for a lazy Sunday with loved ones. Slow down life’s hasty pace with this cool neutral in your living room or bedroom.