Sherwin Williams Essential Gray SW 6002
| Official color page: | Essential Gray SW 6002 |
| Color code: | SW 6002 |
| Color name: | Essential Gray |
| Brand: | Sherwin Williams |
| Color collections: | Living Well, Pottery Barn Teen, Minimalist |
What color is Sherwin Williams Essential Gray?
Sherwin Williams Essential Gray SW 6002 is a timeless and versatile color choice for interior spaces. This soft and warm gray tone pairs beautifully with crisp whites, creating a classic and elegant combination. For a more modern look, consider combining Essential Gray SW 6002 with accents in navy blue or sage green. The neutral undertones of Essential Gray SW 6002 make it a perfect backdrop for a variety of color schemes, from earthy neutrals to bold jewel tones. Elevate your space with this sophisticated hue that effortlessly complements a wide range of design styles.
Essential Gray 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.
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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 Essential Gray undertones?
Red is Sherwin Williams Essential 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 Seems that undertone definition on a white sheet is already outdated and rather inaccurate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:
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RGB code:
188, 184, 182
Is Sherwin Williams Essential Gray SW 6002 cool or warm?
warm colors
cool colors
With a hue of 20° this Grey refers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
SW 6002 Essential Gray HSL code: 20, 4%, 73%
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 Essential Gray:
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.
Darker shades
Sherwin Williams SW 6002 Essential Gray
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
Essential Gray SW 6002 vs March Wind SW 7668
Can't choose between these two beautiful shades? We'll compare these two colors to help you make the right decision.
LRV: 48.39%
Light Medium color
Temperature: warm
LRV: 48.65%
Light Medium color
Temperature: warm
Essential Gray SW 6002 vs Gray Clouds SW 7658
We'll help you determine which of these shades will work best in your space.
LRV: 48.39%
Light Medium color
Temperature: warm
LRV: 47.26%
Light Medium color
Temperature: warm