SW 9166

Sherwin Williams Drift of Mist

Sherwin Williams Drift of Mist SW 9166 paint color review

Let’s dive into a full Drift of Mist paint color review. Take a look at pictures of real interiors and exteriors painted with beautiful SW 9166. Find out if this gorgeous warm grey paint color would look great on your living room walls or trims, kitchen cabinet, bedroom accent wall, bathroom or house exterior.

Official color page:Drift of Mist SW 9166
Color code:SW 9166
Color name:Drift of Mist
Brand:Sherwin Williams
Color collections:Living Well - Renew, Top 50 Colors, Cool White, Finest Whites, Creative

Drift of Mist for living room

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Check out this stunning Light used in real living rooms. Explore how this Grey color shade can create a unique space

Drift of Mist for bathroom

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Looking for inspiration for your dream bathroom renovation project? These beautiful handpicked photos will show you this delightfully warm Light real bathrooms.

Drift of Mist on kitchen cabinets

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Want a stylish kitchen? View real-life photo examples of this fascinating warm hue is paired with backsplashes, countertops, and hardware.

Drift of Mist for exterior

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Looking for a fresh new look for your house exterior or starting from skretch? We’ve collected pictures of real-life homes that have been painted with this warm hue. Find inspiration for your house’s exterior, front doors, gates, shutters, frames or windows.

Drift of Mist reviews

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  • Home remodeling with grey Drift of Mist
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  • Living room with grey color Drift of Mist
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  • Living room with white grey color Sherwin Williams
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  • Bedroom interior with Drift of Mist grey paint
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  • Grey stairway with Sherwin Williams Drift of Mist
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  • Dining room with light grey Drift of Mist walls
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  • White kitchen cabinet with Drift of Mist paint
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  • Bedroom with grey wall Sherwin Williams
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  • Classic interior with grey coating Drift of Mist
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  • Light grey wall coating Sherwin Williams Drift of Mist
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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.

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LRV of Drift of Mist

Drift of Mist SW 9166 has an LRV of 69% and refers to Light colors that reflect most of the incident light

Color paint LRV values

Light Reflectance Value measures the amount of visible and usable light that reflects from a painted surface.
Simply put, the higher LRV of paint color, the brighter room you will get.
Scale goes from 0% (absolute black, absorbing all light) to 100% (pure white, reflecting 100% of all light).

Act like a pro: Choosing paint with LRV of 69.00% be attentive to your bulbs light Brightness.Light Brightness – measured in lumens. The lower LRV of paint you have, the higher lumen level you need. Every square feet of room needs at least 40 lumens. That means for a 200 square feet living room you’ll need 8000 lumens of light. To achieve that brightness, you would require a total of 8 bulbs, 1000lm each.

What are Sherwin Williams Drift of Mist undertones?

Red is Sherwin Williams Drift of Mist 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:

#DCD8D0

RGB code:

220, 216, 208

Is Sherwin Williams Drift of Mist SW 9166 cool or warm?

warm colors
Color wheel
cool colors

With a hue of 40° this Grey refers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

SW 9166 Drift of Mist HSL code: 40, 15%, 84%

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.

  • Warm Grey will make even large rooms feel cozy and intimate
  • Warm Grey undertones tend to make you feel happy, energized and playful
  • Warm paint colors are ideal for kitchens, living rooms or bathrooms
  • Warmer hues make larger spaces feel more inviting

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 Drift of Mist:

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

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

Drift of Mist SW 9166 vs Agreeable Gray SW 7029

Can't decide between these gorgeous hues? We've got you covered with a comparison.

Sherwin Williams Drift of Mist SW 9166 vs Sherwin Williams Agreeable Gray SW 7029Sherwin Williams Drift of Mist SW 9166
LRV: 69%
Light color
Temperature: warm
LRV: 60%
Light color
Temperature: warm

Drift of Mist SW 9166 vs Snowbound SW 7004

Can't decide between these stunning hues? We'll help you compare these two color to find the perfect shade for your home.

Sherwin Williams Drift of Mist SW 9166 vs Sherwin Williams Snowbound SW 7004Sherwin Williams Drift of Mist SW 9166
LRV: 69%
Light color
Temperature: warm
LRV: 82.77%
White color
Temperature: warm

Drift of Mist SW 9166 vs Alabaster SW 7008

Are you struggling to choose between these two hues for your next project? Our comparison will help you choose the ideal color for your space.

Sherwin Williams Drift of Mist SW 9166 vs Sherwin Williams Alabaster SW 7008Sherwin Williams Drift of Mist SW 9166
LRV: 69%
Light color
Temperature: warm
LRV: 82%
White color
Temperature: warm

Drift of Mist SW 9166 vs Repose Gray SW 7015

What is the difference between these two paint colors. Let’s compare to see which might be right for you.

Sherwin Williams Drift of Mist SW 9166 vs Sherwin Williams Repose Gray SW 7015Sherwin Williams Drift of Mist SW 9166
LRV: 69%
Light color
Temperature: warm
LRV: 58.22%
Light color
Temperature: warm

Drift of Mist SW 9166 vs Pale Oak OC-20

Unsure what shade you should go with? We'll compare the two to help you find the perfect shade for your room.

Sherwin Williams Drift of Mist SW 9166 vs Benjamin Moore Pale Oak OC-20Sherwin Williams Drift of Mist SW 9166
LRV: 69%
Light color
Temperature: warm
LRV: 68.64%
Light color
Temperature: warm

Drift of Mist SW 9166 vs Crushed Ice SW 7647

Are you torn between these two hues? Let's dive in and see which is the best fit for your home.

Sherwin Williams Drift of Mist SW 9166 vs Sherwin Williams Crushed Ice SW 7647Sherwin Williams Drift of Mist SW 9166
LRV: 69%
Light color
Temperature: warm
LRV: 66%
Light color
Temperature: warm

Drift of Mist SW 9166 vs Gossamer Veil SW 9165

Choosing the best shade for your space? We've compared the two colors to help you make an informed decision for your project.

Sherwin Williams Drift of Mist SW 9166 vs Sherwin Williams Gossamer Veil SW 9165Sherwin Williams Drift of Mist SW 9166
LRV: 69%
Light color
Temperature: warm
LRV: 61.83%
Light color
Temperature: warm

Drift of Mist SW 9166 vs City Loft SW 7631

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

Sherwin Williams Drift of Mist SW 9166 vs Sherwin Williams City Loft SW 7631Sherwin Williams Drift of Mist SW 9166
LRV: 69%
Light color
Temperature: warm
LRV: 71.15%
Light color
Temperature: warm

Color codes

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HEX#dcd8d0copy color code
RGB Decimal220, 216, 208copy color code
RGB Percent86.27%, 84.71%, 81.57%copy color code
HSVHue: 40° Saturation: 5.45% Value: 86.27%copy color code
HSLhsl(40, 15, 84)copy color code
CMYKCyan: 0.0 Magenta: 1.82 Yellow: 5.45 Key: 13.73copy color code
YIQY: 216.284 I: 4.954 Q: -1.643copy color code
XYZX: 65.454 Y: 68.882 Z: 69.505copy color code
CIE LabL:86.445 a:-0.037 b:4.424copy color code
CIE LuvL:86.445 u:2.751 v:6.645copy color code
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Hunter lab82.995, -4.468, 8.444copy color code
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