Functional Gray

Functional Gray by Sherwin Williams is a neutral deeper color. It will usually read neutral in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.

Functional Gray sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 32°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.

Brightness is about 37%. Saturation is around 9%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 64%. Hue is close to 32°. The hex value is #aba39a. The RGB value is 171, 163, 154.

Functional Gray has brightness around 37%. It is deeper, so it usually looks best in rooms with fair to strong daylight, where there is enough light to show the color.

You can match Functional 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.

Functional 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.

Functional Gray 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.