Mariner
Mariner is a versatile Blue from Sherwin-Williams. Our real-world data shows it is a primary choice when homeowners need to add character and warmth to any space. Below, you'll find 6 examples of this shade in actual homes along with suggested color relationships.
Hex
#6EC2C4
LRV
45.74
Mariner's Color Strip
Mariner is the fourth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Bora Bora Shore and Aquarium. The strip spans from Swimming at the lightest end to Maxi Teal at the deepest. Strip 164 puts these related shades in sequence, making it simple to find the tone that suits your room.
Mariner in Real Rooms
Mariner has a medium-high LRV of 45.74 — present enough to register on the wall without making a room feel heavy. It's neutral in temperature and , making it adaptable across different lighting conditions and room orientations. Grouped in the Blue family, the photos below show it applied in a front door, bathroom and misc.
3 Front Door Photos
There's a psychological sense of "arrival" when you step up to a door painted in Mariner. It feels solid, grounded, and permanent, giving both residents and guests a sense of stability as they cross the threshold.
Front door in Mariner makes a bold nautical statement.
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Entryway door finished in Mariner offers classic, maritime-inspired charm.
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Front door in Mariner establishes a striking, welcoming entrance.
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1 Bathroom Photo
In the bathroom, Mariner brings a spa-like intentionality to the space. It responds well to task lighting and natural light alike, and pairs beautifully with white fixtures, warm wood vanities, or brushed brass hardware for a polished, restful result.
Bathroom walls painted in Mariner create a cool, refreshing atmosphere.
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2 Misc Photos
Mariner shows up in some unexpected spaces in these photos — hallways, laundry rooms, and accent walls. Each one makes the case that the color's versatility extends well beyond the obvious applications into every corner of the home.
Painted furniture in Mariner displays the color's versatile application.
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Kids room walls in Mariner create a fun, engaging space.
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Coordinating Colors
Mariner reflects far more light (LRV 46 vs 25), opening up a space where Smoky Azurite encloses it.
Trim Color
Similar Colors
With LRVs of 47 and 46, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
A 6-point LRV gap (52 vs 46) makes Slick Blue the marginally brighter of the two.
A 10-point LRV gap (56 vs 46) makes Bora Bora Shore the marginally brighter of the two.
Holiday Turquoise reads slightly lighter (LRV 49 vs 46), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
Mariner reads slightly lighter (LRV 46 vs 39), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
A 4-point LRV gap (46 vs 41) makes Mariner the marginally brighter of the two.
A 3-point LRV gap (49 vs 46) makes Little Blue Box the marginally brighter of the two.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 46 vs 46), so neither reads brighter in a room.
Complementary Colors
Mauve Tinge reflects far more light (LRV 76 vs 46), opening up a space where Mariner encloses it.
A 4-point LRV gap (50 vs 46) makes Studio Mauve the marginally brighter of the two.
At LRV 46 vs 5, Mariner is decisively the brighter choice.
Vaguely Mauve reads slightly lighter (LRV 57 vs 46), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
Mariner reflects far more light (LRV 46 vs 27), opening up a space where Rosaline Pearl encloses it.
Mariner reflects far more light (LRV 46 vs 5), opening up a space where Cracked Pepper encloses it.
Lighter Colors
A 10-point LRV gap (56 vs 46) makes Bora Bora Shore the marginally brighter of the two.
Gentle Aquamarine reads slightly lighter (LRV 54 vs 46), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
With LRVs of 47 and 46, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
Darker Colors
At LRV 46 vs 32, Mariner is decisively the brighter choice.