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Sherwin Williams Oyster Bay SW 6206 – The Preferable Green Paint for Your Farmhouse?

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sw oyster bay paint color review

What struck your mind as I call out for Oyster Bay?

I am sure it is the seashells with pearls or seafood, right?

Well, have you actually tried oysters?

That green-brown color you see – Yes! That ‘green’ is what is called out here in the color.

Sherwin Williams Oyster Bay is a crisp green paint color with slight tinges of grey.

Timeless and Classic, this green has a perfect graceful touch to it!

Photo by Mary Cook via Houzz

If you are looking for painting the walls of a Farmhouse Style home – I must say, Oyster Bay can absolutely make the cut!

However, I would recommend using it more like a mini-accent! (That is my version of saying – not a bold accent, but slight tints).

Oyster Bay is not really very bold, instead, has a calm and soothing appearance.

More like a neutral and slightly aligning towards the ‘cool’ end of the scale, this color has a lot to offer to you!

But one thing is given – this color will never ever fade away!

So, if you a person who doesn’t believe in renovating homes often, Oyster Bay could be something you are looking for!

But before finalizing that, read below to know more about the timeless Oyster Bay!

Sherwin Williams Oyster Bay SW 6206 Details and Specifications

oyster bay swatch

If you are new to this field of color psychology or relatively experienced, one thing that you must know before choosing a color is the values associated with each color.

Theories such as Light Reflectance Values (LRV), RGB Values, and HEX Values are important to know!

The reason why they are important is that every color has a hidden story – Yes! Believe me or not, those hidden theories will help you in deciding whether to choose the color or not, or if you are looking for that particular color, and where to actually use it!

So, are you familiar with that?

Let’s discuss the details for Oyster Bay and see if this is what you are looking for!

The LRV of Oyster Bay is 44! (1 is the darkest, whereas 100 is the lightest)

sw oyster bay lrv

Well, this color definitely is on a darker scale!

And that means it is not going to reflect a lot of light! And rather will absorb it!

Other associated values are: Red = 174, Green = 179, Blue = 169

HEX Value = #aeb3a9

How Does Oyster Bay Feel in a Space?

Photo by Echelon Custom Homes via Houzz

The island painted in SW Oyster Bay brightens the interiors

Undoubtedly, calm, and soothing!

Even though the LRV of the color is a smaller number – the appearances still make your room look spacious and brighter!

There is something so charismatic about this color that the moment you enter homes – you are quite likely to calm down and immediately get into your relaxation mode.

Being inspired by nature, this color has always – and ‘will always’ – be a trend in interior design!

Just pair them up with warm neutrals and observe the new ‘natural haven’ you created for yourself!

Now that most of us are either locked in and some are preferring to work from home, using this color would be the best idea to reconnect with nature – once again!

How Does Light Affect the Color?

bedroom light example sw oyster bay

Rhoda from Southern Hospitality shares her friend Ruby’s experience of SW Oyster Bay walls in a cottage

Light does affect the color.

Depending on the artificial warm-yellows, warm-whites, and cool-whites – the color changes its appearances to be even more brighter – maybe like SW Comfort Gray!

Even natural lighting affects this color by making it look light and bright!

Try this color on North-facing rooms or west evening faded sunlight!

Oyster Bay could be your possible solution both ways – now here is a trick!

In small and congested rooms, don’t hesitate to use Oyster Bay – but remember, to pair it with whites and off-whites through your furnishings!

That way you can have the best of both worlds!

Meanwhile, if you have a large room – you can definitely choose Oyster Bay – alongside other bold accents!

What are the Coordinating Colors for Sherwin Williams Oyster Bay?

I know you are quite impressed with the hue and want to use it in your homes now!

Nothing to worry!

I have a few tips and tricks and suggestions to choose the perfect pair for this color!

I am going to have perfect suggestions for you – both monochromatic and contrasting themes!

If you are more like a minimal person with monochromes, Oyster Bay best pairs with-

  1. Sea Salt SW 6204
  2. Retreat SW 6207
  3. Pewter Green SW 6208

pairing colors sw6206

However, if you are more drawn towards contrasts and pops of shades and colors, pair it with the following-

  1. Warm neutrals like Pearly White or Pure White
  2. Natural Wooden Textures
  3. Subtle greys like Olympus, Reflection

For the trims and moldings, use SW High Reflectance White to enjoy the most of Oyster Bay!

Sherwin Williams SW 6206 Oyster Bay Vs. Similar Colors

There are endless alternatives to Oyster Bay!!

Ok, just kidding! It is hard to find the exact same color (As I said before, they all have their own stories)!

But it is still possible to find the nearest one!

Some of the similar shades are SW Escape Gray and SW Contented!

Oyster Bay Vs. SW 6185 Escape Gray

ob vs escape gray

Comparatively darker but extremely similar, LRV for Escape Gray is 41.

Escape Gray is a more subtle version of Green-grey with highly cool background!

For even accurate results, I highly recommend buying real-time swatches and paint samples to see the actual difference between the two!

Yes – screens are deceiving!

Oyster Bay Vs. SW 6191 Contented

ob vs contented

With an LRV of 52, this is a much brighter alternative to Oyster Bay!

This is more like sage green with a slightly creamy texture – that is bound to enhance your space!

Contented makes your space look lighter and much brighter than Oyster Bay.

Also, light plays a major factor here!

Contented is highly affected by the temperature and color of the light source.

Where to Use Sherwin Williams Oyster Bay in Homes?

sw ob paint example

Many homeowners across the world have used this color to add a farmhouse touch to their homes.

I would recommend using this color absolutely anywhere you feel like!

It has no rules and restrictions!

And since the color is admired by nature and kind-of mimics it too – you should be obliged to use it wherever it requires to be felt good!

And even the Exteriors!

Oyster Bay in Living Room

Oyster Bay in living room pairs opposite wooden textures and stark whites.

The living room should be a welcoming space. It should be able to drive the attention of your guests as soon as they pay a visit!

Oyster Bay could be used for sure – just pair it with whites, off-whites, and natural hardwood textures.

If you have wooden plank flooring – it is a plus!

Use white marble stone around the fireplace or simply white painted exposed brick to add a perfect rustic farmhouse touch!

Oyster Bay in Bedrooms

Sherwin Williams Oyster Bay best complements the whites, which is pulled off well in bedrooms.

Bedrooms are your most private spaces.

They demand to be soothing and relaxing. Well, here is another victory for Oyster Bay as all these characteristics align with what Oyster Bay has to offer.

You could use white distressed headboards with side tables, or even matte-black tinted floor lamps to attain cohesiveness!

Off-white and Browns are highly recommended too! Maybe try, wooden-finish furniture?

Oyster Bay in Kitchen

sw ob kitchen photo

Blogger Nancy from Artsy Chicks Rule® remodels her kitchen and paints the cabinets in SW Oyster Bay

Use oyster bay in kitchen areas for both way rounds.

If you paint your walls in Oyster Bay, then leave the cabinets in stark white or off-white and countertops in white marble or granite!

The story another way round is-

If you plan on painting your cabinets in Oyster Bay – paint the walls in white or off-white neutral with glossy backsplash.

Use white marble countertop as well!

Oyster Bay in Exteriors

You must be thinking – why should I paint my home exteriors in green, right?

Well, trust me – it is not so bad!

When natural light struck – this color will appear to be even more lighter and brighter!

Use it both ways like kitchens – either paint the walls in Oyster Bay and let the door and window frames in white – or else – paint the frames in Oyster Bay and let the walls be white!

Both ways, I guarantee a charming appearance!

So, was Oyster Bay able to win your heart? Are you going to use this color for your home interiors? Do let us know your experiences in the comments below! We would love to hear from you!

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