Sherwin Williams Rainwashed

Discover Sherwin Williams Rainwashed (SW 6211), a soft, airy blue-green that instantly adds a sense of calm and natural beauty to any space. Learn about its undertones, coordinating colors, and see how to style this versatile shade throughout your home.

If you’re looking for a paint color that feels both refreshing and peaceful, Sherwin Williams Rainwashed might be the one. This captivating blend of blue and green creates a tranquil backdrop, perfect for serene bathrooms, cozy bedrooms, or adding a gentle touch of color to your kitchen.

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SHOP all of the rugs and wallpaper in these design boards.

What Color is Sherwin Williams Rainwashed?

At first glance, Sherwin Williams Rainwashed (SW 6211) looks like a light and airy blue-green, but spend a little time with it and you’ll see how gracefully it shifts with the light. This serene, nature-inspired color brings a calming presence to any room.

In bright spaces, Rainwashed leans fresh and coastal; in dimmer light, it softens into a cool, soothing green that feels tranquil and timeless.

It’s an ideal choice for creating a relaxing retreat in bedrooms, bathrooms, or even a welcoming entryway. To see how it truly feels in your home, try a sample on the wall or use a peel-and-stick option to move it around and test it with your lighting and décor.

If you loved my post on Sherwin-Williams Sea Salt, you’re in for a treat with Rainwashed (SW 6211). Think of it as Sea Salt’s slightly deeper, more dynamic cousin. Scroll this post to find the design board that speaks to you the most.

I also love it as an option for your honey oak and golden oak floors.

Rainwashed Undertones and Light Reflectance Value

• Undertones: Light and airy blueish green
• LRV: 59

With an LRV of 59, Sherwin Williams Rainwashed is considered a light color that reflects a good amount of natural light. It feels bright and airy without being stark or overly pastel.

In rooms with plenty of sunlight, Rainwashed will appear soft and breezy with a gentle blue-green glow. In spaces with limited light, it shifts slightly cooler, showing more of its blue side while still maintaining that calm, serene feel it’s known for.

Mixing Rainwashed with SW Iron Ore, a cool, deep and mysterious charcoal, will keep your space from feeling to light and airy.

Coordinating Colors for Rainwashed

These are what SW lists as coordinating colors to Rainwashed. They can work as well as all of the design board options I’ve created here for you.

• Window Pane (SW 6210)- a bright and playful blue-green pastel
• First Star (SW 7646)- a clear, cool white with a hint of gray
• Pewter Cast (SW 7673)- A cool, neutral gray with purple undertones

Where to Use Sherwin Williams Rainwashed

Rainwashed is great for most all of your spaces.

• Bathroom
• Bedroom
• Nursery
• Open concept spaces
• Entryway

The large art piece over a bed or sofa would look amazing.

Tips for Sampling Rainwashed

Because this color is ever changing, I always recommend testing a swatch in your home. Here are a few tips.

• Paint a poster board, leaving a white edge of about 2-4 inches and move it around the room
• Look at it in morning, afternoon, and evening light
• Hold it next to your floors, cabinets, and upholstery to see how undertones shift

Final Thoughts

Rainwashed’s soft, airy blend of blue and green makes it a timeless choice for anyone wanting a peaceful atmosphere without feeling too cold or too bold. Whether you use it in a bedroom, bathroom, or entryway, it brings a natural, refreshing touch that feels effortlessly serene.

Also, if you’re loving warm earthy colors, try this color palette.