ColorplanSea Salt vs Cromarty
Sherwin-Williams Sea Salt SW 6204 compared with Farrow & Ball Cromarty No.285
Sea Salt and Cromarty are practically the same color; most people can't tell them apart on a wall. Sea Salt has a green undertone, while Cromarty has a green-yellow (khaki) undertone. They're close enough (ΔE 0.6) that most people won't see a difference on a wall, so one can usually stand in for the other.
ΔE 0.6 · Nearly identical
How different the two colors look. Under 2.5 is very hard to tell apart on a wall; over 5 is clearly different.
Which to choose
For a north-facing room, Cromarty is the safer choice because its warm undertone balances cool north light.
Side by side
| Sea Salt | Cromarty | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Sherwin-Williams | Farrow & Ball |
| Code | SW 6204 | No.285 |
| LRV | 60 | 60 |
| Undertone | green | green-yellow |
| Family | Blue | Green |
| HEX | #C7CDC5 | #C8CDC4 |
| Good for | bedrooms, bathrooms | bedrooms, bathrooms |
Questions
What is the difference between Sea Salt and Cromarty?
Sea Salt and Cromarty are practically the same color; most people can't tell them apart on a wall. Sea Salt has a green undertone, while Cromarty has a green-yellow (khaki) undertone. They're close enough (ΔE 0.6) that most people won't see a difference on a wall, so one can usually stand in for the other.
Which is lighter, Sea Salt or Cromarty?
They have the same LRV (60), so they're equally light.
How does Sea Salt compare to Cromarty in a north-facing room?
Sea Salt has a cool undertone that north light will push cooler and grayer; warm white trim helps balance it. The same goes for Cromarty.
Based on published color values. Screens vary, so always check a physical sample before buying.