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Sherwin-Williams6227

Meditative

With a focus on versatile tones, Meditative (6227) 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 11 real world scenarios and find professional pairing data below.

Hex

#96AAB0

LRV

38.37

Light Reflectance Value
38.37
medium
Temperaturecool
SaturationMuted

Meditative's Color Strip

Meditative is the third shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Languid Blue and Whirlpool. The strip spans from Sleepy Blue at the lightest end to Rainstorm at the deepest. Strip 220 puts these related shades in sequence, making it simple to find the tone that suits your room.

Meditative in Real Rooms

Meditative has a medium-high LRV of 38.37 — 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 misc, bedroom, dining room, front door and kitchen cabinets.

Color Strip 220

4 Misc Photos

In walk-in closets or pantries, Meditative provides a dark, sophisticated backdrop that makes your belongings look organized and curated. It turns a storage space into a boutique-like experience every time you open the door.

SW 6227 wall paint

SW 6227 wall paint

@sweethattiefarms

SW Meditative wall paint

SW Meditative wall paint

@joy.hope.home

Sherwin Williams Meditative painted furniture color

Sherwin Williams Meditative painted furniture color

@brian_cook_installations

Sherwin Williams Meditative wall paint

Sherwin Williams Meditative wall paint

@kellogginteriors

3 Bedroom Photos

For guest bedrooms, Meditative is a welcoming embrace. It's a universally appealing tone that feels clean and fresh for new arrivals, yet has enough "personality" to make their stay feel special and considered. It works across all seasons, feeling cool in summer and cozy in winter.

SW Meditative nursery paint

SW Meditative nursery paint

@thisearlhouse

Sherwin Williams Meditative bedroom interior

Sherwin Williams Meditative bedroom interior

@_designedbydanielle_

Sherwin Williams Meditative bedroom color

Sherwin Williams Meditative bedroom color

@_designedbydanielle_

2 Dining Room Photos

Dining rooms are often the best place to take a "color risk." By choosing Meditative, 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 Meditative dining room color

SW Meditative dining room color

@turquoisebydesign

Sherwin Williams Meditative dining room color

Sherwin Williams Meditative dining room color

@turquoisebydesign

1 Front Door Photo

A front door painted Meditative makes a confident first impression without shouting. The color's depth draws the eye and signals personality before guests even step inside. Pair with crisp white trim and warm brass hardware to complete the look.

Sherwin Williams Meditative front door color

Sherwin Williams Meditative front door color

@_jldesignstudio_

1 Kitchen Cabinets Photo

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

SW Meditative kitchen cabinets

SW Meditative kitchen cabinets

@rachel_kate_design

Coordinating Colors

Trim Color

Similar Colors

Color Codes

HEX#96AAB0
RGB150, 170, 176
HSL194° 14% 64%
CMYK15 3 0 31
CIE LabL: 68.3 a: -5.7 b: -5.4
XYZX: 34.79 Y: 38.37 Z: 46.64
Strip220 pos. C3