ColorplanSea Salt vs Rainwashed
Sherwin-Williams Sea Salt SW 6204 compared with Sherwin-Williams Rainwashed SW 6211
Sea Salt is a touch warmer and a touch more muted than Rainwashed. Both have a green undertone. The difference (ΔE 3.7) is visible side by side but subtle on a whole wall, so check samples together before swapping one for the other.
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How different the two colors look. Under 2.5 is very hard to tell apart on a wall; over 5 is clearly different.
Side by side
| Sea Salt | Rainwashed | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Sherwin-Williams | Sherwin-Williams |
| Code | SW 6204 | SW 6211 |
| LRV | 60 | 60 |
| Undertone | green | green |
| Family | Blue | Blue |
| HEX | #C7CDC5 | #C0CFC9 |
| Good for | bedrooms, bathrooms | bedrooms, bathrooms |
Questions
What is the difference between Sea Salt and Rainwashed?
Sea Salt is a touch warmer and a touch more muted than Rainwashed. Both have a green undertone. The difference (ΔE 3.7) is visible side by side but subtle on a whole wall, so check samples together before swapping one for the other.
Which is lighter, Sea Salt or Rainwashed?
They have the same LRV (60), so they're equally light.
How does Sea Salt compare to Rainwashed 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 Rainwashed.
Based on published color values. Screens vary, so always check a physical sample before buying.