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Secret Cove

Often used for its versatile qualities, Secret Cove 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 4 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.

Hex

#68909D

LRV

25.44

Light Reflectance Value
25.44
medium
Temperaturecool
SaturationMidtone
Collection

Secret Cove's Color Strip

Secret Cove is the fifth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Aquitaine and Silken Peacock. The strip spans from Little Boy Blu at the lightest end to Connor's Lakefront at the deepest. Color strip 173 groups these shades together so you can see how each reads next to its neighbors.

Secret Cove in Real Rooms

Secret Cove has a medium LRV of 25.44 — it adds real depth and will read noticeably darker as natural light fades. 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 and kitchen cabinets.

Color Strip 173

3 Misc Photos

These "miscellaneous" applications of Secret Cove prove that there is truly no room in the house that wouldn't benefit from its sophisticated, grounded, and endlessly adaptable presence.

Secret Cove

Secret Cove

@mrsfirebaugh

Sw 9058

Sw 9058

@rhondarenfrodesign

Painted Furniture

Painted Furniture

@catinthegarage

1 Kitchen Cabinets Photo

On kitchen cabinets, Secret Cove adds a considered, intentional feel without demanding attention. It holds its own against both warm wood countertops and cool quartz, making it a flexible choice for the hardest-working room in the house.

Sherwin Williams Secret Cove Bathroom Cabinets

Sherwin Williams Secret Cove Bathroom Cabinets

@hill.creek.farmhouse

Coordinating Colors

Trim Color

Similar Colors

Color Codes

HEX#68909D
RGB104, 144, 157
HSL195° 21% 51%
CMYK34 8 0 38
CIE LabL: 57.4 a: -10.4 b: -11.3
XYZX: 21.77 Y: 25.32 Z: 35.63
Strip173 pos. C5