Sherwin Williams Chelsea Gray SW 2850
| Code: | SW 2850 |
| Name: | Chelsea Gray |
| Brand: | Sherwin Williams |
| Collections: | Living Well, Suburban Modern (1950s), Historic Exterior Color Wall |
What color is Sherwin Williams Chelsea Gray?
Sherwin Williams SW 2850 Chelsea Gray is a sophisticated and versatile color that adds a touch of elegance to any space. This deep, rich color pairs beautifully with crisp whites, such as Sherwin Williams SW 7005 Pure White, for a classic and timeless look. For a more modern and bold statement, consider pairing Chelsea Gray with Sherwin Williams SW 6244 Naval or SW 7068 Grizzle Gray. The contrast between Chelsea Gray and these shades creates a striking and stylish color palette that is sure to impress. Give your interior a chic and refined appeal by incorporating Sherwin Williams SW 2850 Chelsea Gray into your design scheme.
Chelsea Gray for bedroom
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Chelsea Gray for living room
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Sherwin Williams SW 2850 for bathroom
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Sherwin Williams SW 2850 on kitchen cabinets
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Sherwin Williams Chelsea Gray reviews
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What are Sherwin Williams Chelsea Gray undertones?
The undertone of Chelsea Gray can be accurately described as a Yellow hue, as is apparent from the color space provided. By isolating the pure hue and eliminating any tints, tones, and shades, we were able to precisely determine its undertone. This approach has proven to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.
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HEX value
HEX value:
#B6B7B0
RGB code:
182, 183, 176
Is Sherwin Williams Chelsea Gray SW 2850 cool or warm?
warm
cool
With a hue of 69° thisGreyrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
SW 2850 Chelsea Gray HSL code: 69, 5%, 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.
- Warm colors are ideal for kitchens, living rooms or bathrooms
- Warmer hues make larger spaces feel more inviting
- Warm grey shades are versatile and provide a neutral canvas for your interior design. They seamlessly complement any style, whether it's Victorian, Scandinavian, or Modern.
- Warm mid-tone shades like terracotta and warm beige create a cozy and inviting atmosphere in living rooms, bedrooms, and kitchens. They can brighten up spaces without being too overwhelming. However, it's best to avoid using these shades in very sunny rooms, as they can become too intense.
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.
How light temperature affects Chelsea 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 Grey shade looks under different lighting:
4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Sherwin Williams Chelsea 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 2850
Chelsea Gray
Darker shades
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 Chelsea Gray with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 249, such as Sherwin Williams Purple Passage and Elation.
LRV of Chelsea Gray
Chelsea Gray has an LRV of 46.86% 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 46.86%, 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 | #b6b7b0 |  |
| RGB Decimal | 182, 183, 176 | |
| RGB Percent | 71.37%, 71.76%, 69.02% | |
| HSV | Hue: 69° Saturation: 3.83% Value: 71.76% | |
| HSL | hsl(69, 5, 70) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.55 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 3.83 Key: 28.24 | |
| YIQ | Y: 181.903 I: 1.654 Q: -2.39 | |
| XYZ | X: 44.06 Y: 46.947 Z: 47.803 | |
| CIE Lab | L:74.156 a:-1.638 b:3.434 | |
| CIE Luv | L:74.156 u:-0.183 v:5.319 | |
| Decimal | 11974576 | |
| Hunter Lab | 68.518, -5.123, 6.597 | |
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Argos
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AF-690
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