Sherwin Williams Gris Morado SW 9156
| Official page: | Gris Morado SW 9156 |
| Code: | SW 9156 |
| Name: | Gris Morado |
| Brand: | Sherwin Williams |
What color is Sherwin Williams Gris Morado?
Sherwin Williams SW 9156 Gris Morado brings a sense of sophistication to any space with its subtle mix of gray and purple tones. This neutral shade pairs beautifully with earthy hues such as SW 7008 Alabaster and SW 7036 Accessible Beige to create a harmonious color palette. For a more dramatic look, consider combining Gris Morado with deep blue shades like SW 6244 Naval or SW 9166 Drift of Mist. The versatility of Gris Morado makes it a perfect choice for both modern and traditional interiors, adding a touch of elegance to any room.
Gris Morado for living room
Check out this stunning Mid-tone color used in real living rooms. Explore how this Purple shade can create a unique space
Sherwin Williams SW 9156 for bathroom
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Sherwin Williams Gris Morado reviews
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What are Sherwin Williams Gris Morado undertones?
The undertone of Gris Morado can be accurately described as a Purple 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.
HEX value
HEX value:
#8F8A91
RGB code:
143, 138, 145
Is Sherwin Williams Gris Morado SW 9156 cool or warm?
With a hue of 283° thisPurplerefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
SW 9156 Gris Morado HSL code: 283, 3%, 55%
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 purple shades add a rich and luxurious feel to a room, creating a sense of depth and warmth, ideal for bedrooms, living rooms, and dining areas.
- 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 Gris Morado
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 Purple shade looks under different lighting:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Sherwin Williams Gris Morado:
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.
Darker shades
SW 9156
Gris Morado
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 Gris Morado with a purple hue, complementary colors are those with a yellow hue close to 103, such as Sherwin Williams Pine Frost and Vogue Green.
LRV of Gris Morado
Gris Morado has an LRV of 26.17% 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 26.17%, 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 | #8f8a91 | |
| RGB Decimal | 143, 138, 145 | |
| RGB Percent | 56.08%, 54.12%, 56.86% | |
| HSV | Hue: 283° Saturation: 4.83% Value: 56.86% | |
| HSL | hsl(283, 3, 55) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 1.38 Magenta: 4.83 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 43.14 | |
| YIQ | Y: 140.293 I: 0.73 Q: 3.236 | |
| XYZ | X: 25.526 Y: 26.061 Z: 30.466 | |
| CIE Lab | L:58.095 a:3.215 b:-3.062 | |
| CIE Luv | L:58.095 u:2.428 v:-4.893 | |
| Decimal | 9407121 | |
| Hunter Lab | 51.05, -0.085, 0.351 |
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