What is the HEX code for Sherwin Williams Useful Gray?

The hexadecimal color code for Sherwin Williams Useful Gray undertone is #cfcabd .

What is the RGB code of Sherwin Williams Useful Gray?

RGB code is 207, 202, 189 . 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.

Sherwin Williams Useful Gray SW 7050

Q: Is Sherwin Williams Useful Gray SW 7050 cool or warm?

Sherwin Williams SW 7050 Useful Gray is warm color according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

Q: What are Sherwin Williams Useful Gray undertones?

Red is Sherwin Williams Useful Gray undertone color.

Official page:	Useful Gray SW 7050
Code:	SW 7050
Name:	Useful Gray
Brand:	Sherwin Williams
Collections:	2016 Pura Vida, Living Well - Recharge

What color is Sherwin Williams Useful Gray?

Sherwin Williams SW 7050 Useful Gray is a versatile and sophisticated hue that brings a sense of warmth and elegance to any space. This timeless color pairs seamlessly with both cool and warm tones, making it a perfect choice for creating a balanced and harmonious interior. Complement Useful Gray with accents in Sherwin Williams SW 7029 Agreeable Beige for a soothing and cohesive look, or add depth with pops of Sherwin Williams SW 6258 Tricorn Black for a modern twist. Whether used as a main wall color or as an accent, SW 7050 Useful Gray is sure to elevate your decor with its understated charm and versatility.

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What are Sherwin Williams Useful Gray undertones?

The undertone of Useful 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:

#CFCABD

RGB code:

207, 202, 189

Is Sherwin Williams Useful Gray SW 7050 cool or warm?

warm

cool

With a hue of 43° thisGreyrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

SW 7050 Useful Gray HSL code: 43, 16%, 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 beige shades create a cozy and inviting atmosphere, making any room feel comfortable and welcoming, perfect for living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways.
To prevent a space from feeling too monotonous, consider pairing warm light shades with richer tones like deep greens or browns, or adding textures through fabrics and furnishings. Avoid using them in rooms with limited natural light, as they may appear too dull or yellowish

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 Useful 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:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Sherwin Williams Useful 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

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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 Useful Gray with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 223, such as Sherwin Williams Sea Mariner and Starry Night.

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LRV of Useful Gray

Useful Gray has an LRV of 59.1% and refers to Light colors that reflect most 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 59.1%, 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	#cfcabd
RGB Decimal	207, 202, 189
RGB Percent	81.18%, 79.22%, 74.12%
HSV	Hue: 43° Saturation: 8.7% Value: 81.18%
HSL	hsl(43, 16, 78)
CMYK	Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 2.42 Yellow: 8.7 Key: 18.82
YIQ	Y: 202.013 I: 7.157 Q: -2.988
XYZ	X: 56.036 Y: 59.181 Z: 56.601
CIE Lab	L:81.391 a:-0.532 b:7.103
CIE Luv	L:81.391 u:3.648 v:10.557
Decimal	13617853
Hunter Lab	76.929, -4.605, 10.227