Smoky Blue
There is more to Sherwin-Williams Smoky Blue (7604) than the swatch alone: its depth, undertones and setting all shape the final impression. Its blue classifications hint at the directions it may take as daylight, lamps and neighboring colors move around it. 16 sourced room photos sit alongside 6 generated visualizations.
Hex
#596E79LRV
14.62
Smoky Blue's Color Strip
Smoky Blue is the seventh shade on this 7-color strip, the deepest shade in this coordinated family. Strip 233 puts these related shades in sequence, making it simple to find the tone that suits your room.
Smoky Blue in Rooms
Follow Smoky Blue from one space to another and watch how light, scale and surrounding materials reshape its character. 16 sourced room photos sit alongside 6 generated visualizations.
4 Bedroom Photos
These 4 bedroom images show how Smoky Blue (7604) can sit beside bed linen, timber, wool and upholstered textures. The blue hue classifications suggest the subtle directions the color may take as the room changes.
Bedroom walls in Smoky Blue establish a peaceful, restful sleeping environment.
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Nursery color block pairs Smoky Blue with soft neutral tones.
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Nursery walls in Smoky Blue establish a soothing backdrop for furniture.
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Bedroom walls in Smoky Blue encourage restful sleep and relaxation.
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1 Front Door Photo
These 1 front door image show how Smoky Blue (7604) can sit beside hardware, glazing, masonry, timber and surrounding trim. The blue hue classifications suggest the subtle directions the color may take as the room changes.
Front entry door painted Smoky Blue welcomes visitors with serene curb appeal.
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1 Home Office Photo
1 home office image place Smoky Blue (7604) in a focused room balancing work, concentration and comfort. With an LRV of 14.6, it carries enough visual weight to make light, trim and texture feel especially deliberate.
Home office walls in Smoky Blue promote focus and calm productivity.
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7 House Photos
6 sourced photos are joined by 1 generated visualization, offering both observed and imagined settings. Together they show Smoky Blue (7604) as inspiration rather than a promise of an identical result.
Exterior siding glows in muted Smoky Blue against natural landscaping.
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1 Kitchen Photo
Viewed across 1 kitchen image in a hardworking room where color meets movement and strong surfaces, Smoky Blue (7604) reveals how much color depends on scale, surface and shadow. With an LRV of 14.6, it carries enough visual weight to make light, trim and texture feel especially deliberate.
Kitchen cabinets painted in Smoky Blue complement stainless steel appliances.
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1 Living Room Photo
Smoky Blue (7604) can change noticeably under the movement from window light to lamplight. Sample it beside the finishes that will remain in the room.
Wall treatment in Smoky Blue grounds the living room seating area.
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3 Misc Photos
The 3 misc images turn a neutral swatch into something more spatial and expressive. Its brighter saturation allows the hue to remain present rather than fading quietly into the background.
Accent wall in Smoky Blue adds depth without overwhelming the space.
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Children's room walls in Smoky Blue create a calm, restful environment.
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Hallway walls in Smoky Blue enhance the boho aesthetic throughout.
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2 Kitchen Cabinets Photos
Smoky Blue (7604) can change noticeably under light moving across doors, rails and recessed panels. Sample it beside the finishes that will remain in the room.
Laundry room cabinetry in Smoky Blue maximizes storage with style.
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Kitchen island cabinets in Smoky Blue anchor the workspace design.
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2 Bathroom Photos
2 sourced room photos give the gallery a lived-in point of reference. Together they show Smoky Blue (7604) as inspiration rather than a promise of an identical result.
Bathroom vanity and walls feature Smoky Blue for cohesive design.
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Shower walls in Smoky Blue create spa-like tranquility.
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Expert Perspectives
Articles and features from across our network of home and design sites.
Coordinating Colors
At LRV 77 vs 15, Ice Cube is decisively the brighter choice.
At LRV 70 vs 15, Egret White is decisively the brighter choice.
Yellow Bird reflects far more light (LRV 64 vs 15), opening up a space where Smoky Blue encloses it.
Trim Color
At LRV 77 vs 15, Ice Cube is decisively the brighter choice.
Similar Colors
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 15 vs 13), so neither reads brighter in a room.
With LRVs of 15 and 15, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
With LRVs of 15 and 13, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 15 vs 15), so neither reads brighter in a room.
With LRVs of 15 and 14, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 17 vs 15), so neither reads brighter in a room.
With LRVs of 15 and 15, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
With LRVs of 15 and 15, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 16 vs 15), so neither reads brighter in a room.
Smoky Blue reads slightly lighter (LRV 15 vs 11), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
Complementary Colors
At LRV 50 vs 15, Studio Mauve is decisively the brighter choice.
Truly Taupe reflects far more light (LRV 35 vs 15), opening up a space where Smoky Blue encloses it.
Heavenly White reflects far more light (LRV 81 vs 15), opening up a space where Smoky Blue encloses it.
At LRV 74 vs 15, Original White is decisively the brighter choice.
At LRV 35 vs 15, Palisade is decisively the brighter choice.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 15 vs 13), so neither reads brighter in a room.
A 6-point LRV gap (20 vs 15) makes Warm Stone the marginally brighter of the two.
Lighter Colors
With LRVs of 15 and 15, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
With LRVs of 15 and 14, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
Debonair reflects far more light (LRV 34 vs 15), opening up a space where Smoky Blue encloses it.
Blustery Sky reads slightly lighter (LRV 22 vs 15), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
Whirlpool reflects far more light (LRV 29 vs 15), opening up a space where Smoky Blue encloses it.
Darker Colors
With LRVs of 15 and 13, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 15 vs 13), so neither reads brighter in a room.
A 9-point LRV gap (15 vs 6) makes Smoky Blue the marginally brighter of the two.
Smoky Blue reads slightly lighter (LRV 15 vs 11), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
Color Codes
Manufacturer description
This chic, velvety blue has a gray undertone that feels alluringly soft. Play with it on an accent wall, or enjoy its exquisite effect in an entire room.