Sherwin Williams Thunder Gray SW 7645
| Code: | SW 7645 |
| Name: | Thunder Gray |
| Brand: | Sherwin Williams |
| Collections: | Nurturer, Timeless Color Wall |
What color is Sherwin Williams Thunder Gray?
Sherwin Williams SW 7645 Thunder Gray is a sophisticated and versatile shade that adds a modern touch to any space. This smoky gray hue pairs beautifully with crisp whites for a clean and contemporary look. For a bold contrast, consider combining Thunder Gray with accents of Sherwin Williams SW 7006 Extra White trim and pops of Sherwin Williams SW 7072 Online wall color. Whether used as a main color or as an accent, Thunder Gray brings a timeless elegance to interiors and complements a range of design styles from minimalist to traditional. Elevate your space with Sherwin Williams SW 7645 Thunder Gray for a chic and refined aesthetic.
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What are Sherwin Williams Thunder Gray undertones?
Thunder Gray has a clear red undertone based on its position in the color space. We identify undertones by isolating the pure hue (separating it from lightness and saturation), which avoids distortions caused by tints, tones, and shades.
This method is generally more reliable than judging undertones on a white background.
HEX value:
#57534C
RGB code:
87, 83, 76
Is Sherwin Williams Thunder Gray SW 7645 cool or warm?
warm
cool
With a hue of 38°, this black leans warm, but it's close to neutral and can read cooler in some light.
SW 7645 Thunder Gray HSL code: 38, 7%, 32%
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.
How light temperature affects Thunder 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 black shade looks under different lighting:
4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Sherwin Williams Thunder 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 7645
Thunder Gray
Darker shades
SW 7645
Thunder 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. For the color Thunder Gray with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 218, such as Sherwin Williams Rain Cloud and Sea Mariner.
LRV of Thunder Gray
Thunder Gray has an LRV of 8.81% and refers to Dark colors which means that this color almost does not reflect 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 8.81%, 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 | #57534c |  |
| RGB Decimal | 87, 83, 76 | |
| RGB Percent | 34.12%, 32.55%, 29.80% | |
| HSV | Hue: 38° Saturation: 12.64% Value: 34.12% | |
| HSL | hsl(38, 7, 32) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 4.6 Yellow: 12.64 Key: 65.88 | |
| YIQ | Y: 83.398 I: 4.633 Q: -1.332 | |
| XYZ | X: 8.328 Y: 8.735 Z: 8.083 | |
| CIE Lab | L:35.468 a:0.231 b:4.684 | |
| CIE Luv | L:35.468 u:2.667 v:5.62 | |
| Decimal | 5722956 | |
| Hunter Lab | 29.554, -1.422, 4.473 | |
Sherwin Williams SW 7645 Thunder Gray
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