Sherwin Williams African Gray SW 9162

Official color page:African Gray SW 9162
Color code:SW 9162
Color name:African Gray
Brand:Sherwin Williams

What color is Sherwin Williams African Gray?

Sherwin Williams SW 9162 African Gray is a sophisticated and versatile color that brings a modern touch to any space. This deep and moody hue pairs beautifully with crisp whites like SW 7005 Pure White for a striking contrast. For a more cohesive look, try combining African Gray with warm neutrals such as SW 7036 Accessible Beige. Accents in shades like SW 6244 Naval or SW 6183 Conservative Gray can also complement African Gray, adding depth and interest to your interior design scheme. Experience the timeless elegance of African Gray (SW 9162) by incorporating it into your home decor palette.

Sherwin Williams African Gray reviews

Sw 9162 Dining Room
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View the photos of real spaces painted with this that were not included in specific categories.Close-ups, painted furniture, storages and dressers, hallways, stairs and ceilings.

What are Sherwin Williams African Gray undertones?

Blue is Sherwin Williams African Gray undertone color, as you can clearly see on the color field below. To determine this undertone we’ve removed all the tints, tones, shades and get HUE (pure color). Seems that undertone definition on a white sheet is already outdated and rather inaccurate

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HEX value

HEX value:

#939899

RGB code:

147, 152, 153

Is Sherwin Williams African Gray SW 9162 cool or warm?

warm colors
Color wheel
cool colors

With a hue of 190° this Grey refers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

SW 9162 African Gray HSL code: 190, 3%, 59%

Hue - degree on a color wheel from 0 to 360. 0 is red, 120 is green, and 240 is blue.
Saturation is a percentage value. 0% is a shade of grey, and 100% is the full color.
Lightness is also a percentage value. 0% is black, and 100% is white.

  • Cool Grey shades make a room feel sleek, fresh and modern
  • Cooler hues have a calm and relaxation effect
  • Cool Grey undertones make small spaces feel more open and expansive
  • Cool paint hue are ideal for bedroom or bathroom. Be careful with deep blues and greens in bathroom, which will reflect on your skin.

Act like a pro: Mixing warm and cool shades is a must have to get harmonius interior. Add accents that contrast with the primary color to create visual balance. If your walls are a warm color, don’t forget to add accent in cold colors (furniture, art, décor). A good practice is too use a complementary color scheme.

Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Sherwin Williams African Gray:

Monochromatic color scheme

Monochromatic color scheme

This scheme consists of different shades, tints, and tones of a single color. It's the perfect hue combination, but with no accent decor it's pretty boring.

Lighter shades

Darker shades

Sherwin Williams SW 9162 African Gray

Complementary color scheme

Complementary color scheme

This color scheme is a combination of two colors that are opposite each other on the color wheel. The high contrast between these colors creates a vibrant and dynamic visual effect.

Color comparison

African Gray SW 9162 vs Moonlit Orchid SW 9153

Choosing between these two awesome hues? We'll break down the differences to help you find the perfect shade for your space.

Sherwin Williams African Gray SW 9162 vs Sherwin Williams Moonlit Orchid SW 9153Open African Gray SW 9162
LRV: 30.98%
Medium color
Temperature: cold
LRV: 28.75%
Medium color
Temperature: warm

African Gray SW 9162 vs Cadet SW 9143

Can't decide between these two shades for your project? We break down the differences to assist you in making the right choice.

Sherwin Williams African Gray SW 9162 vs Sherwin Williams Cadet SW 9143Open African Gray SW 9162
LRV: 30.98%
Medium color
Temperature: cold
LRV: 31.22%
Medium color
Temperature: cold