Sherwin-Williams • 6486

Reflecting Pool

Name: Sherwin-Williams Reflecting Pool 6486
Brand: Sherwin-Williams

Often used for its versatile qualities, Reflecting Pool 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 15 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.

Hex

#7BB1B2

LRV

38.75

Light Reflectance Value

38.75

medium

Temperaturecool

SaturationMidtone

Collection

2018 Connectivity Coastal Calm Memory

Reflecting Pool's Color Strip

Reflecting Pool is the fourth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Blithe Blue and Cloudburst. The strip spans from Meander Blue at the lightest end to Really Teal at the deepest. Color strip 171 groups these shades together so you can see how each reads next to its neighbors.

C1Meander Blue C2Raindrop C3Blithe Blue C4Reflecting Pool

C5Cloudburst C6Grand Canal C7Really Teal

Reflecting Pool in Real Rooms

Reflecting Pool has a medium-high LRV of 38.75 — 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 bathroom, misc, living room and front door.

2 Bathroom Photos

The interaction between Reflecting Pool and steam or humidity creates a beautiful, diffused atmosphere in a bathroom. It's a color that feels "alive," shifting slightly in character as the environment changes during a hot shower or a long soak.

SW Reflecting Pool bathroom makeover

@eclecticowl

SW Reflecting Pool bathroom paint

@prodigiouspainting

7 Misc Photos

These examples of Reflecting Pool in transitional spaces—like entryways or landings—show how the color can act as a "thread" that ties the upper and lower floors of a house together into one cohesive story.

SW Reflecting Pool painted furniture

@julie_simpleredesign

1 Living Room Photo

Choosing Reflecting Pool 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.

Sw Reflecting Pool Living Room

@cathykaczmarczyk

5 Front Door Photos

A front door in Reflecting Pool 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.