Sherwin Williams Gray Area SW 7052
| Official page: | Gray Area SW 7052 |
| Code: | SW 7052 |
| Name: | Gray Area |
| Brand: | Sherwin Williams |
| Collections: | 2016 Pura Vida |
What color is Sherwin Williams Gray Area?
Elevate your living space with Sherwin Williams Gray Area (SW 7052), a refined hue that effortlessly blends sophistication with modern charm. This versatile color adapts beautifully to various rooms, from cozy bedrooms to elegant dining areas. Embrace the timeless appeal of Gray Area (SW 7052) in your home office for a soothing ambiance that encourages creativity and focus. Infuse your kitchen with a touch of understated elegance by painting cabinets or walls in this calming shade. Let Gray Area (SW 7052) be the stylish backdrop to your home decor, creating a welcoming and contemporary feel throughout your living space.
Gray Area 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 Mid-tone paint color could transform your own bedroom space.
Gray Area for living room
Check out this stunning Mid-tone color used in real living rooms. Explore how this Beige shade can create a unique space
Sherwin Williams SW 7052 for bathroom
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Sherwin Williams SW 7052 on kitchen cabinets
Want a stylish kitchen? View real-life photo examples of this fascinating warm hue is paired with backsplashes, countertops, and hardware.
Sherwin Williams Gray Area 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 Gray Area undertones?
The undertone of Gray Area 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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
HEX value:
#AFA696
RGB code:
175, 166, 150
Is Sherwin Williams Gray Area SW 7052 cool or warm?
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cool
With a hue of 38° thisBeigerefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
SW 7052 Gray Area HSL code: 38, 14%, 64%
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 beige shades create a cozy and inviting atmosphere, making any room feel comfortable and welcoming, perfect for living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways.
- 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 Gray Area
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:
4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Sherwin Williams Gray Area:
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 7052
Gray Area
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 Gray Area 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 Gray Area
Gray Area has an LRV of 38.65% and refers to Medium colors that reflect a lot of 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 38.65%, 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 | #afa696 |  |
| RGB Decimal | 175, 166, 150 | |
| RGB Percent | 68.63%, 65.10%, 58.82% | |
| HSV | Hue: 38° Saturation: 14.29% Value: 68.63% | |
| HSL | hsl(38, 14, 64) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 5.14 Yellow: 14.29 Key: 31.37 | |
| YIQ | Y: 166.867 I: 10.505 Q: -3.075 | |
| XYZ | X: 36.82 Y: 38.589 Z: 34.355 | |
| CIE Lab | L:68.452 a:0.469 b:9.451 | |
| CIE Luv | L:68.452 u:6.299 v:13.247 | |
| Decimal | 11511446 | |
| Hunter Lab | 62.12, -2.91, 10.694 | |
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