Tradewind
Often used for its versatile and reflective qualities, Tradewind remains a staple for Sherwin-Williams designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to provide a clean, timeless feel that works across various lighting conditions. We've gathered 21 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.
Hex
#C2CFCF
LRV
60.60
Tradewind's Color Strip
Tradewind is the first shade on this 7-color strip, the lightest in this coordinated family. Strip 219 lines up the full value range so you can see exactly where this color lands among its closest relatives.
Tradewind in Real Rooms
Tradewind has a high LRV of 60.6 — it reflects a lot of light and will read pale and airy in most spaces. 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, bedroom, front door, home office, house, kitchen, living room, misc and mudroom.
5 Bathroom Photos
Bathrooms test color in specific ways — task lighting, tile grout, and chrome or brass fixtures all compete for attention. Tradewind holds its own against all of it, and tends to photograph even better than it reads in person.
Tradewind Bathroom
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SW Tradewind bathroom photo
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SW Tradewind bathroom review
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Sherwin Williams Tradewind bathroom review
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Sw Tradewind Bathroom
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3 Bedroom Photos
A bedroom finished in Tradewind rewards the time you spend in it. The color is deep enough to feel intentional and luxurious, but not so saturated that it becomes visually tiring over time — it strikes the perfect balance for a space meant for both deep sleep and the slow, reflective hours before it.
Tradewind Bedroom
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Sherwin Williams Tradewind Bedroom
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Sw Tradewind Bedroom
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2 Front Door Photos
Choosing Tradewind for your entry is an exercise in restraint and elegance. It suggests a home that is well-cared for and curated, setting a high bar for the interior design before the door is even opened.
Tradewind Front Door
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Sw 6218 Door
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1 Home Office Photo
To create a "library" feel in your home office, use Tradewind on both the walls and the built-in shelving. This monochromatic approach creates a sophisticated, academic atmosphere that makes the room feel like a true destination for thought.
Tradewind Home Office
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1 House Photo
Tradewind is particularly effective on modern-style homes with flat planes and large windows. The color emphasizes the geometry of the house, using shadows and light to create a dynamic, ever-changing facade throughout the day.
Tradewind House
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1 Kitchen Photo
For smaller kitchens, Tradewind can be used to create a "jewel box" effect. By painting the walls and trim in this same shade, you eliminate visual breaks, making the room feel more expansive and sophisticated despite its modest footprint.
Tradewind Kitchen
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3 Living Room Photos
Choosing Tradewind 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.
Tradewind by Sherwin Williams SW 6218 Undertones
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Tradewind Living Room
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Living Room
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4 Misc Photos
Note how Tradewind is used as a "ceiling color" in some of these rooms. This "fifth wall" application is a bold designer move that can make a room feel infinitely more cozy and architecturally unique.
SW Tradewind wall paint review
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Sherwin Williams Tradewind wall paint makeover
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Sherwin Williams Tradewind Review
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Sw 6218 Kidsroom
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1 Mudroom Photo
In a laundry/mudroom combo, Tradewind adds a touch of luxury to a space that is usually purely functional. It makes the chores feel a little less like work by surrounding you with a color that is sophisticated and calming.
Sw Tradewind Laundry Room
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