Sherwin Williams Repose Gray SW 7015
| Official page: | Repose Gray SW 7015 |
| Code: | SW 7015 |
| Name: | Repose Gray |
| Brand: | Sherwin Williams |
| Collections: | Top 50 Colors, Senior Living Cool Foundations, Pottery Barn, Dreamer, Living Well - Inspire |
What color is Sherwin Williams Repose Gray?
Sherwin Williams SW 7015 Repose Gray is a versatile and timeless color choice for any space. This soft gray with warm undertones creates a calming and elegant atmosphere. Repose Gray pairs beautifully with crisp whites such as Sherwin Williams Snowbound SW 7004 and soft neutrals like Sherwin Williams Agreeable Gray SW 7029. For a contemporary look, consider accentuating Repose Gray with pops of color like Sherwin Williams Naval SW 6244 or subtle blues like Sherwin Williams Sea Salt SW 6204. Whether used in a living room, bedroom, or kitchen, Repose Gray adds a soothing touch to any interior design scheme.
Repose 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.
Repose 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 7015 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 7015 on kitchen cabinets
Want a stylish kitchen? View real-life photo examples of this fascinating warm hue is paired with backsplashes, countertops, and hardware.
Repose 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 Repose 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.
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What are Sherwin Williams Repose Gray undertones?
The undertone of Repose Gray can be accurately described as a Yellow 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:
#CCC9C0
RGB code:
204, 201, 192
Is Sherwin Williams Repose Gray SW 7015 cool or warm?
With a hue of 45° thisGreyrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
SW 7015 Repose Gray HSL code: 45, 11%, 78%
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.
- Warm greige shades combine the warmth of beige with the modernity of grey, offering a versatile and inviting backdrop for living rooms, dining areas, and bedrooms.
- 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 Repose Gray
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:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Sherwin Williams Repose 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 décor it may become monotonous.
Lighter shades
SW 7015
Repose Gray
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 Repose Gray with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 225, such as Sherwin Williams Sea Mariner and Starry Night.
LRV of Repose Gray
Repose Gray has an LRV of 58.22% and refers to Light colors that reflect most of the incident 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 58.22%, 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 | #ccc9c0 | |
| RGB Decimal | 204, 201, 192 | |
| RGB Percent | 80.00%, 78.82%, 75.29% | |
| HSV | Hue: 45° Saturation: 5.88% Value: 80.0% | |
| HSL | hsl(45, 11, 78) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 1.47 Yellow: 5.88 Key: 20.0 | |
| YIQ | Y: 200.871 I: 4.68 Q: -2.166 | |
| XYZ | X: 55.301 Y: 58.417 Z: 58.217 | |
| CIE Lab | L:80.97 a:-0.559 b:4.861 | |
| CIE Luv | L:80.97 u:2.238 v:7.304 | |
| Decimal | 13420992 | |
| Hunter Lab | 76.431, -4.602, 8.341 |
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