Sherwin Williams Analytical Gray SW 7051
| Official page: | Analytical Gray SW 7051 |
| Code: | SW 7051 |
| Name: | Analytical Gray |
| Brand: | Sherwin Williams |
| Collections: | Living Well |
What color is Sherwin Williams Analytical Gray?
Sherwin Williams SW 7051 Analytical Gray is a versatile hue that effortlessly brings a modern touch to any space. This gray tone pairs beautifully with crisp whites, creating a clean and sophisticated aesthetic. Accents in deep navy blue and soft blush can complement the SW7051 to add depth and warmth to a room. For a harmonious look, consider incorporating natural wood elements to enhance the timeless appeal of Analytical Gray. The balance between SW 7051 and dusty sage green can evoke a serene and inviting atmosphere.
Analytical Gray for living room
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Analytical Gray for exterior (2 photos)
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What are Sherwin Williams Analytical Gray undertones?
Analytical Gray has a clear red undertone based on its position in the color space. We identify undertones by isolating the pure hue (separating it from lightness and saturation), which avoids distortions caused by tints, tones, and shades.
This method is generally more reliable than judging undertones on a white background.
HEX value:
#BFB6A7
RGB code:
191, 182, 167
Is Sherwin Williams Analytical Gray SW 7051 cool or warm?
With a hue of 38°, this Beige reads warm on the HSL color wheel.
SW 7051 Analytical Gray HSL code: 38, 16%, 70%
Hue - degree on a color wheel from 0 to 360. 0 is red, 120 is green, and 240 is blue.
Saturation is expressed as a percentage. At 0%, it appears as a shade of grey, and at 100%, it is in full color.
Lightness is also a percentage value. 0% is black, and 100% is white.
How light temperature affects Analytical Gray
Natural Lighting. During the day, natural light shifts from about 2000 K at sunrise/sunset to 5500–6500 K at noon.
In addition, natural‑light temperature depends on its direction:
| Direction of sunlight | Visible temp. | Hue | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| North | Cool | Bluish | All day |
| East | Warm | Yellow | Before noon |
| West | Warm | Orange‑red | After noon |
| South | Warm | Orange‑yellow | All day |
Artificial Lighting. When choosing bulbs, pay attention to their color‑temperature (Kelvins).
Use the slider to see how this Beige shade looks under different lighting:


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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Sherwin Williams Analytical Gray:
Monochromatic color scheme
This scheme consists of various shades, tints, and tones of a single color. While it offers a perfect combination of hues, without accent décor it may become monotonous.
Lighter shades
SW 7051
Analytical Gray
Darker shades
SW 7051
Analytical Gray
Complementary color scheme
This color scheme is a combination of two shades that are opposite each other on the color wheel. The high contrast between these colors creates a vibrant and dynamic visual effect. For the color Analytical Gray with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 218, such as Sherwin Williams Rain Cloud and Sea Mariner.
LRV of Analytical Gray
Analytical Gray has an LRV of 47.47% and refers to Light Medium colors that reflect half of the incident light. Why LRV is important?
Light Reflectance Value measures the amount of visible and usable light that reflects from a painted surface.
Simply put, the higher the LRV of a paint color, the brighter the room you will get.
The scale goes from 0% (absolute black, absorbing all light) to 100% (pure white, reflecting all light).
Act like a pro: When choosing paint with an LRV of 47.47%, pay attention to your bulbs' brightness. Light brightness is measured in lumens. The lower the paint's LRV, the higher lumen level you need. Every square foot of room needs at least 40 lumens. That means for a 200 ft2 living room you’ll need about 8000 lumens of light – e.g., eight 1000 lm bulbs.
Color codes
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| Format | Code | |
|---|---|---|
| HEX | #bfb6a7 | |
| RGB Decimal | 191, 182, 167 | |
| RGB Percent | 74.90%, 71.37%, 65.49% | |
| HSV | Hue: 38° Saturation: 12.57% Value: 74.9% | |
| HSL | hsl(38, 16, 70) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 4.71 Yellow: 12.57 Key: 25.1 | |
| YIQ | Y: 182.981 I: 10.183 Q: -2.764 | |
| XYZ | X: 45.188 Y: 47.323 Z: 43.303 | |
| CIE Lab | L:74.396 a:0.602 b:8.777 | |
| CIE Luv | L:74.396 u:6.202 v:12.522 | |
| Decimal | 12564135 | |
| Hunter Lab | 68.792, -3.133, 10.833 |
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