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Sherwin Williams Chelsea Gray SW2850

Chelsea Gray

Sherwin Williams

SW2850

About Chelsea Gray by Sherwin Williams

Brightness: 46.9%

Tone: Neutral

HEX: #b6b7b0

RGB: 182, 183, 176

Hue69°

Saturation5%

Lightness70%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

These are close matches to Chelsea Gray from the same brand. They keep a similar look and work well in the same type of rooms.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how Chelsea Gray looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Chelsea Gray SW2850 a warm or cool color?
Chelsea Gray by Sherwin Williams is a neutral mid tone color. It will usually read neutral in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Chelsea Gray?
Chelsea Gray sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 69°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Chelsea Gray?
Brightness is about 47%. Saturation is around 5%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 70%. Hue is close to 69°. The hex value is #b6b7b0. The RGB value is 182, 183, 176.
Is Chelsea Gray better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Chelsea Gray has brightness around 47%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Chelsea Gray?
You can match Chelsea Gray with simple whites for trim and ceiling, or with nearby neutrals from the same brand. The similar colors and complementary colors on this page are a good starting point for pairing.
Where does Chelsea Gray work best in a home?
Chelsea Gray works well as an accent on one or two walls, in cozy rooms, or in spaces with stronger daylight where a deeper color will not feel heavy.
How does Chelsea Gray compare to a pure white paint?
Chelsea Gray is softer than a pure untinted white. The neutral undertone and mid tone color feel more gentle on the eye, so it tends to look calmer and less stark on large walls.

Lighter Shades by Sherwin Williams

These lighter shades sit above Chelsea Gray in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Darker Shades by Sherwin Williams

These colors drop a bit below Chelsea Gray in brightness. They can add depth without leaving the same style.

Complementary Colors by Sherwin Williams

These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from Chelsea Gray. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

These colors from other brands have a similar look to Chelsea Gray. They are helpful if you switch between brands or match to a contractor’s paint line.