Sherwin Williams Rock Candy: Complete Color Review

Searching for a crisp, cool white paint color with just a hint of softness? Sherwin Williams Rock Candy might be exactly what you’re after.

Cool whites are perfect when you want walls that feel clean and refreshing. But not all cool whites are the same — some lean sharp and icy, while others have a touch of warmth or softness.

Rock Candy sits in that softer category. It has a gentle blue undertone that gives it a calming, almost airy feel. I like it because it feels like a white with personality, not just a flat backdrop.

If you’ve been wanting a white that feels peaceful but still fresh, Rock Candy could be a great match.

Rock Candy, Sherwin Williams, SW 6231

Rock Candy is a light, bright white with a noticeable blue undertone. It’s a great pick if you want a space that feels fresh, soft, and calming.

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Color Family

Rock Candy is in the white family.

Light Reflectance Value

75

Light Reflective Value (LRV) is a measurement of how much light a color bounces around, on a scale of 0 to 100.

With an LRV of 75, Rock Candy is definitely a bright shade, but it’s not a true, crisp white. Paints in the 72–82 range usually fall into the “off-white” category, and Rock Candy sits right there. True whites typically have an LRV above 82.

RGB Colors

R: 222 G: 225 B:223

These numbers show the mix of red, green, and blue that make up Rock Candy. The balance is what gives it that cool, airy look.

Hex Code

#DEE1DF

Undertones

Rock Candy is a bright white, but what sets it apart is its strong blue undertone. That little hint of blue takes the edge off and makes it feel softer and more calming.

In south-facing rooms with plenty of natural light, Rock Candy comes across brighter and closer to a clean white.

In north-facing rooms or spaces with little natural light, it shifts cooler and can even read as gray or a pale gray-blue.

Best Uses

Rock Candy is flexible enough to be used throughout your whole home.

Just remember, it shifts depending on the light. In south-facing rooms, it looks brighter and more white, while in north-facing spaces, it leans more gray or even gray-blue.

Some of my favorite spots for Rock Candy are:

• Living rooms
• Bedrooms (try this in a nursery!)
• Kitchens
• Bathrooms
• Interior doors
• Cabinets
• Furniture

Similar Colors

• Sherwin Williams Rhinestone
• Benjamin Moore Peal River
• Behr Ash White
• Sherwin Williams Clean Slate
• Benjamin Moore Genesis White
• Behr Silver Sands
• Sherwin Williams Quicksilver

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Coordinating Colors

With its cool blue undertone, Rock Candy pairs well with other cool paint colors, such as blues, greens, violets, grays, blacks, and crisp whites.

Deep blues:

• In the Navy
• Naval
• Anchors Aweigh
• After the Storm
• Sea Mariner

Cool gray-blues:

• Dustblu
• Let it Rain
• Storm Cloud
• Steely Gray
• Morning Fog

Deep greens:

• Illusive Green
• Cornwall Slate
• Retreat
• Evergreen Fog
• Cornwall Slate

Trim Colors

You have two great options for trim to pair with Rock Candy: use a bright white trim or just use Rock Candy itself.

For more contrast, go with a crisp white trim.

Bright white trim colors:

• Benjamin Moore Simply White
• Sherwin Williams Extra White
• Behr Ultra Pure White

For a softer look, try going with Rock Candy for both the walls and the trim. Choose a different finish for each to create a bit of contrast. You could choose Rock Candy in eggshell finish for the walls and Rock Candy in semi-gloss for the trim.

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FAQs

Here are some common frequently asked questions about Rock Candy.

What are the undertones of Sherwin Williams Rock Candy?

Rock Candy has a strong cool blue undertone. That touch of blue softens what could otherwise feel like a stark white, giving it a calming and slightly airy vibe.

What is the code for Sherwin Williams Rock Candy?

The color code for Rock Candy is SW 6231.

Its hex code is #DEE1DF, which is especially handy if you need to match the shade for a digital project or design board.

Is Rock Candy a bright white?

Sherwin Williams Rock Candy is considered a cool off-white based on its LRV of 75. It feels crisp and bright, but the blue undertone takes the edge off so it doesn’t feel too sharp.

I’ve found that in person, it reads softer than a true white, which is why it works so well in lived-in spaces. Try a sample and see how it feels in your light.

Is Sherwin Williams Rock Candy warm or cool?

Rock Candy is a cool paint color. It is light and fresh, with that noticeable blue undertone that sets it apart from warmer off-whites.

Does Sherwin Williams Rock Candy look blue?

Rock Candy is not a full-on blue, but in certain lighting, it definitely leans that way. In darker or north-facing rooms, it can look gray-blue. In south-facing or bright spaces, it shows up much more like a soft white.

That shift is why swatching it in your actual space is so important.

Does Sherwin Williams Rock Candy look good in a bathroom?

Yes, Rock Candy can be beautiful in a bathroom. It feels crisp and relaxing at the same time, which is perfect for a spa-like vibe.

In a bathroom with windows and natural light, it will look more white. In an interior bath with no windows, it tends to shift toward gray-blue.

Thanks for reading!