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Sherwin Williams Gentle Grape SW9074

Gentle Grape

Sherwin Williams

SW9074

About Gentle Grape by Sherwin Williams

Gentle Grape SW9074 by Sherwin Williams is a dark neutral shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 27% and hue near 261° for steady results across rooms. Use on accents or pairing with light trim. Pairs well with clean whites and quiet neutrals.

Brightness: 26.5%

Tone: Neutral

HEX: #908a9b

RGB: 144, 138, 155

Hue261°

Saturation8%

Lightness58%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Gentle Grape SW9074 a warm or cool color?
Gentle Grape 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 Gentle Grape?
Gentle Grape sits in the purple or violet family. Its hue is about 261°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Gentle Grape?
Brightness is about 27%. Saturation is around 8%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 58%. Hue is close to 261°. The hex value is #908a9b. The RGB value is 144, 138, 155.
Is Gentle Grape better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Gentle Grape has brightness around 27%. 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 Gentle Grape?
You can match Gentle Grape 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 Gentle Grape work best in a home?
Gentle Grape 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 Gentle Grape compare to a pure white paint?
Gentle Grape 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 Gentle Grape 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 Gentle Grape 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 Gentle Grape. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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