Sherwin Williams Serious Gray SW 6256
| Official color page: | Serious Gray SW 6256 |
| Color code: | SW 6256 |
| Color name: | Serious Gray |
| Brand: | Sherwin Williams |
| Color collections: | Simplified |
What color is Sherwin Williams Serious Gray?
Elevate your space with the sophisticated allure of Sherwin Williams Serious Gray (SW 6256). This timeless hue exudes a sense of calm and elegance, making it a perfect choice for any room in your home. Pair Serious Gray with accents in crisp whites for a classic and clean aesthetic, or add pops of color in hues like Sherwin Williams Ripe Olive (SW 6209) or Naval (SW 6244) for a modern twist. Whether used as a primary shade or as a complement to other colors, Serious Gray adds depth and character to your interior design scheme. Embrace the versatility of Serious Gray to create a space that is both stylish and welcoming.
Sherwin Williams SW 6256 on kitchen cabinets
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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.
Serious Gray for exterior
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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.
Sherwin Williams Serious Gray reviews
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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 Serious Gray undertones?
Blue is Sherwin Williams Serious Gray undertone color, as you can clearly see on the color field below. To determine this undertone we’ve removed all the tints, tones, shades and get HUE (pure color). Seems that undertone definition on a white sheet is already outdated and rather inaccurate
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B
HEX value
HEX value:
#7D848B
RGB code:
125, 132, 139
Is Sherwin Williams Serious Gray SW 6256 cool or warm?
warm colors
cool colors
With a hue of 210° this Grey refers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
SW 6256 Serious Gray HSL code: 210, 6%, 52%
Hue - degree on a color wheel from 0 to 360. 0 is red, 120 is green, and 240 is blue.
Saturation is a percentage value. 0% is a shade of grey, and 100% is the full color.
Lightness is also a percentage value. 0% is black, and 100% is white.
- Cool Grey shades make a room feel sleek, fresh and modern
- Cooler hues have a calm and relaxation effect
- Cool Grey undertones make small spaces feel more open and expansive
- Cool paint hue are ideal for bedroom or bathroom. Be careful with deep blues and greens in bathroom, which will reflect on your skin.
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 Serious Gray:
Monochromatic color scheme
This scheme consists of different shades, tints, and tones of a single color. It's the perfect hue combination, but with no accent decor it's pretty boring.
Lighter shades
Sherwin Williams SW 6256 Serious Gray
Darker shades
Complementary color scheme
This color scheme is a combination of two colors that are opposite each other on the color wheel. The high contrast between these colors creates a vibrant and dynamic visual effect.
Color comparison
Serious Gray SW 6256 vs Software SW 7074
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LRV: 22.7%
Medium color
Temperature: cold
LRV: 22.68%
Medium color
Temperature: cold
Serious Gray SW 6256 vs Downing Slate SW 2819
Let's highlight the differences and help you select the ideal hue for your space.
LRV: 22.7%
Medium color
Temperature: cold
LRV: 20.76%
Medium color
Temperature: cold