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Sherwin Williams Dovetail SW7018

Dovetail

Sherwin Williams

SW7018

About Dovetail by Sherwin Williams

Dovetail SW7018 by Sherwin Williams is a dark neutral shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 26% and hue near 32° for steady results across rooms. Use on accents or pairing with light trim. Pairs well with clean whites and quiet neutrals.

Brightness: 25.7%

Tone: Neutral

HEX: #908a83

RGB: 144, 138, 131

Hue32°

Saturation6%

Lightness54%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

These are close matches to Dovetail 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 Dovetail looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Dovetail SW7018 a warm or cool color?
Dovetail by Sherwin Williams is a neutral deeper color. It will usually read neutral in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Dovetail?
Dovetail sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 32°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Dovetail?
Brightness is about 26%. Saturation is around 6%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 54%. Hue is close to 32°. The hex value is #908a83. The RGB value is 144, 138, 131.
Is Dovetail better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Dovetail has brightness around 26%. It is deeper, so it usually looks best in rooms with fair to strong daylight, where there is enough light to show the color.
Which colors go with Dovetail?
You can match Dovetail 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 Dovetail work best in a home?
Dovetail 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 Dovetail compare to a pure white paint?
Dovetail is softer than a pure untinted white. The neutral undertone and deeper 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 Dovetail 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 Dovetail 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 Dovetail. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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