Upward
Sherwin-Williams Color of the Year. A breezy, sunny denim blue with a soft silver cast that feels open and optimistic.
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Upward
๐๏ธ Interactive Room VisualizerLive Simulation
See Upward on living room walls under different lighting temperatures.
๐ฌ Scientific Color BreakdownD65 Standard Illuminant
Exact spectrophotometric metrics used by automated tint dispensers and interior designers.
Hexadecimal
#BFCAD0
Web & Digital
sRGB Values
191, 202, 208
Red, Green, Blue
LRV
57%
Reflects Light
HSL
201°, 15%, 78%
Hue, Sat, Light
CMYK
8,3,0,18
Print coordinates
Brand Tier
premium
$82/gal MSRP
Top Budget Dupes for Upward
CIEDE2000 RankedCalculated color matches in cheaper paint brands like Behr, Valspar, and Sherwin-Williams.
Upward
Sherwin-Williams
$82/gal
Bleached Denim
Valspar (4008-7B)
$44/gal
"Virtually Indistinguishable (Only visible side-by-side in direct sunlight)"
Upward
Sherwin-Williams
$82/gal
Blue Hydrangea
Behr (M520-2)
$48/gal
"Excellent Visual Dupe (Same mood and undertone)"
Upward
Sherwin-Williams
$82/gal
Atmospheric
Behr (PPU12-15)
$48/gal
"Good Coordinating Alternative"
Upward
Sherwin-Williams
$82/gal
Gravity
Valspar (4005-1B)
$44/gal
"Good Coordinating Alternative"
Upward Equivalents Across Major Paint Brands
Summary of the closest visual matches across all major retail competitors.
| Brand | Matching Color | Code | Swatch | Similarity | ΔE | Price / Gal | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benjamin Moore | Palladian Blue | HC-144 | 71.6% | 6.83 | $94 | View Specs | |
| Farrow & Ball | Cornforth White | No. 228 | 63.8% | 9.07 | $145 | View Specs | |
| Behr | Blue Hydrangea | M520-2 | 94.3% | 1.66 | $48 | View Specs | |
| Magnolia Home | Shiplap | JG-01 | 60% | 11.15 | $52 | View Specs | |
| Valspar | Bleached Denim | 4008-7B | 97.7% | 0.89 | $44 | View Specs |
Coordinating Trim & Accent Colors for Upward
Professional color pairings recommended by interior designers for ceilings, doors, and accent walls.
Pure White (SW 7005)
Sherwin-Williams โข LRV 84
Iron Ore (SW 7069)
Sherwin-Williams โข LRV 6
Most Home Depot and Lowe's color computers already contain the formulation for Sherwin-Williams Upward. Simply ask the associate to "color-match Upward in Behr Marquee base".
Frequently Asked Questions About Upward
What is the exact HEX code and RGB for Sherwin-Williams Upward?
The official hexadecimal color code is #BFCAD0. In the standard sRGB color space, its coordinates are Red: 191, Green: 202, Blue: 208.
What is the Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of Upward?
Upward has an LRV of 57. Its mid-tone LRV gives it stability, making it an ideal whole-house paint that will not wash out in bright sunlight.
What is the closest Behr or cheap dupe for Upward?
The closest budget alternative is Valspar Bleached Denim (4008-7B), scoring a 97.7% visual match on the CIEDE2000 algorithm and saving approximately $38 per gallon.