Sherwin Williams Light French Gray SW 0055
Code: | SW 0055 |
Name: | Light French Gray |
Brand: | Sherwin Williams |
Collections: | Teen Space, Top 50 Colors, Minimalist, Historic Interior Color Wall, Living Well - Create, Luxe, Purely Refined, Cool Neutrals, The Classics (1800s-1860s) |
What color is Sherwin Williams Light French Gray?
Light French Gray looks beautiful against cool blue tones and can also look really nice paired with a feature wall in a darker, moodier gray. Light French Gray has an LRV of 53, making it a light-medium depth paint colour. A colour this depth will hold itself a bit better in a super bright room, whereas colours with high LRV’s can wash out.
Light French Gray 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.
Light French Gray for living room
Check out this stunning Mid-tone color used in real living rooms. Explore how this Grey shade can create a unique space
Sherwin Williams SW 0055 for bathroom
Looking for inspiration for your dream bathroom renovation project? These beautiful handpicked photos will show you this delightfully warm Mid-tone real bathrooms.
Sherwin Williams SW 0055 on kitchen cabinets
Want a stylish kitchen? View real-life photo examples of this fascinating warm hue is paired with backsplashes, countertops, and hardware.
Light French Gray 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.
Sherwin Williams Light French Gray 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.
What are Sherwin Williams Light French Gray undertones?
The undertone of Light French Gray 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.
HEX value
HEX value:
#C2C0BB
RGB code:
194, 192, 187
Is Sherwin Williams Light French Gray SW 0055 cool or warm?
With a hue of 43° this Grey refers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
SW 0055 Light French Gray HSL code: 43, 5%, 75%
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.
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 Light French Gray:
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 decor, it may become monotonous.
Lighter shades
SW 0055
Light French Gray
Darker shades
SW 0055
Light French Gray
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.