Refuge
Sherwin-Williams
SW 6228
Refuge is a deep, muted teal balancing blue and green almost evenly under a gray veil. It is a strong cabinetry and accent color for clients who want something moodier than the sage greens but less expected than navy. Bathrooms and studies wear it especially well with brass and warm wood.
Some brands don't share official hex codes. The digital values shown here are careful approximations. Always confirm with a physical sample.
Close matches
Benjamin Moore: Hamilton Blue HC-191 (#5F767F) · Providence Blue 1636 (#66797F) · Bella Blue 720 (#54747C)
Farrow & Ball: Sloe Blue No. 87 (#5B7984) · Barrow Blue No. G8 (#6C7C80) · De Nimes No. 299 (#748284)
Similar Sherwin-Williams colors: Mediterranean SW 7617 (#60797D) · Labradorite SW 7619 (#657B83) · St. Bart's SW 7614 (#577C88)
Common questions
What is the hex code for Refuge?
The hex code for Sherwin-Williams Refuge SW 6228 is #607D84. In RGB that is 96, 125, 132. Use these values to reproduce Refuge in SketchUp, Canva, Photoshop, Figma, or rendering software for client presentations and mood boards.
What is the Farrow & Ball equivalent of Refuge?
The closest Farrow & Ball match for Refuge is Sloe Blue No. 87 (#5B7984). No cross-brand match is exact, because each brand mixes its own pigment formulas. Always confirm with a physical sample before specifying a substitute.
Is Refuge warm or cool?
Refuge is cool, a smoky teal where blue and green trade dominance with the light: greener in warm sun, bluer in shade. With an LRV of approximately 19, it is dark enough to read dramatic on cabinetry while keeping more lift than a navy. Warm whites, oak, and aged brass are its natural counterweights, and dim lighting will push it toward a deep slate.
Why does Refuge look different on screen than on the wall?
Screens emit light while paint reflects it, so a hex code cannot capture how lighting, sheen, and surrounding colors shift paint in a real room. Treat #607D84 as accurate for digital design work, and use physical samples for final approval.
What LRV does Refuge have?
Refuge has a Light Reflectance Value of approximately 19, meaning it reflects about 19% of visible light. That low value makes it a dramatic, light-absorbing choice that works well with strong natural light or as an accent.
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