What is the HEX code for Sherwin Williams Monorail Silver?

The hexadecimal color code for Sherwin Williams Monorail Silver undertone is #b8bcbb .

What is the RGB code of Sherwin Williams Monorail Silver?

RGB code is 184, 188, 187 . RGB (red, green and blue) additive color model is a system representing the colors used on a digital display screen (TV, PC, laptop, phone or tablet). It defines the intensity of the color with a value between 0 and 255.

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Q: Is Sherwin Williams Monorail Silver SW 7663 cool or warm?

Sherwin Williams SW 7663 Monorail Silver is cool color according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

Q: What are Sherwin Williams Monorail Silver undertones?

Green is Sherwin Williams Monorail Silver undertone color.

Official page:	Monorail Silver SW 7663
Code:	SW 7663
Name:	Monorail Silver
Brand:	Sherwin Williams
Collections:	Living Well

What color is Sherwin Williams Monorail Silver?

Step into a world of sophistication with Sherwin Williams Monorail Silver (SW 7663). This elegant and versatile color effortlessly adds a touch of modernity to any space. Perfect for creating a soothing ambiance in bedrooms, a luxurious feel in living rooms, or a sleek backdrop in home offices. Monorail Silver complements a variety of styles from contemporary to industrial, making it ideal for those seeking a timeless and chic atmosphere. Embrace the subtle allure of Monorail Silver to transform your rooms into refined retreats.

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

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Monorail Silver 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 cool hue. Find inspiration for your house’s exterior, front doors, gates, shutters, frames or windows.

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Sherwin Williams Monorail Silver reviews

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What are Sherwin Williams Monorail Silver undertones?

The undertone of Monorail Silver can be accurately described as a Green 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:

#B8BCBB

RGB code:

184, 188, 187

Is Sherwin Williams Monorail Silver SW 7663 cool or warm?

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With a hue of 165° thisGreyrefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

SW 7663 Monorail Silver HSL code: 165, 3%, 73%

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.

Cooler hues have a calm and relaxation effect
Cool 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.
Using mid-tone cool colors like soft greys and muted blues can help create a calming and modern look in rooms like home offices, bathrooms, and bedrooms. But avoid using these shades in rooms without natural light, as they may look dull.

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 Monorail Silver

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 Grey shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Sherwin Williams Monorail Silver:

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

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Darker shades

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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 Monorail Silver with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 345, such as Sherwin Williams Whimsical White and Chaise Mauve.

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LRV of Monorail Silver

Monorail Silver has an LRV of 49.54% and refers to Light Medium colors that reflect half of the incident light. Why 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 49.54%, 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	#b8bcbb
RGB Decimal	184, 188, 187
RGB Percent	72.16%, 73.73%, 73.33%
HSV	Hue: 165° Saturation: 2.13% Value: 73.73%
HSL	hsl(165, 3, 73)
CMYK	Cyan: 2.13 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 0.53 Key: 26.27
YIQ	Y: 186.69 I: -2.062 Q: -1.157
XYZ	X: 46.718 Y: 49.744 Z: 54.141
CIE Lab	L:75.912 a:-1.579 b:0.022
CIE Luv	L:75.912 u:-2.197 v:0.305
Decimal	12106939
Hunter Lab	70.53, -5.192, 3.858