Sherwin Williams Drift of Mist SW 9166

Official page:Drift of Mist SW 9166
Code:SW 9166
Name:Drift of Mist
Brand:Sherwin Williams
Collections:Living Well - Renew, Top 50 Colors, Cool White, Finest Whites, Creative

What color is Sherwin Williams Drift of Mist?

Dreamy and ethereal, Sherwin Williams SW 9166 Drift of Mist envelops any space in a soothing ambience. This delicate hue effortlessly transforms a bedroom into a serene sanctuary, creating a tranquil atmosphere for rest and relaxation. In a living room, SW 9166 lends an air of sophistication and elegance, perfect for both cozy evenings in or chic gatherings. Embracing this subtle shade in a home office promotes focus and clarity, fostering a workspace that radiates calm productivity. Wherever it is applied, Drift of Mist imbues a sense of airy freshness that effortlessly complements both modern and traditional decor styles.

Drift of Mist for bedroom

We’ve hand-picked a beautiful collection of photos of this amazing Beige shade used in real bedrooms. Take a look and imagine how this wonderful warm Light paint color could transform your own bedroom space.

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Drift of Mist for living room

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

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Sherwin Williams SW 9166 for bathroom

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

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Sherwin Williams SW 9166 on kitchen cabinets

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

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Drift of Mist for exterior

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.

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Sherwin Williams Drift of Mist reviews

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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What are Sherwin Williams Drift of Mist undertones?

The undertone of Drift of Mist can be accurately described as a Red 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

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RGB code:

220, 216, 208

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

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With a hue of 40° thisGreyrefers 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 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.
  • To prevent a space from feeling too monotonous, consider pairing warm light shades with richer tones like deep greens or browns, or adding textures through fabrics and furnishings. Avoid using them in rooms with limited natural light, as they may appear too dull or yellowish

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 Drift of Mist

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 sunlightVisible temp.HueDuration
NorthCoolBluishAll day
EastWarmYellowBefore noon
WestWarmOrange‑redAfter noon
SouthWarmOrange‑yellowAll 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:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Sherwin Williams Drift of Mist:

Monochromatic color scheme

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

Darker shades

Complementary color scheme

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 Drift of Mist with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 220, such as Sherwin Williams Sea Mariner and Starry Night.

LRV of Drift of Mist

Drift of Mist has an LRV of 69% and refers to Light colors that reflect most of the incident lightWhy LRV is important?

Light Reflectance Value scale illustration

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 69%, 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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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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