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Sherwin Williams Gray Area SW7052

Gray Area

Sherwin Williams

SW7052

About Gray Area by Sherwin Williams

Gray Area SW7052 by Sherwin Williams is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 39% and hue near 38° for steady results across rooms. Adds comfort to living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

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Brightness: 38.6%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #afa696

RGB: 175, 166, 150

Hue38°

Saturation14%

Lightness64%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Gray Area

Sherwin Williams

SW7052

Frequently asked questions

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

Is Gray Area SW7052 a warm or cool color?
Gray Area by Sherwin Williams is a warm deeper color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Gray Area?
Gray Area sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 38°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Gray Area?
Brightness is about 39%. Saturation is around 14%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 64%. Hue is close to 38°. The hex value is #afa696. The RGB value is 175, 166, 150.
Is Gray Area better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Gray Area has brightness around 39%. 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 Gray Area?
You can match Gray Area 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 Gray Area work best in a home?
Gray Area 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 Gray Area compare to a pure white paint?
Gray Area is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm 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 Gray Area in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Gray Area

Sherwin Williams

SW7052

Darker Shades by Sherwin Williams

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

Gray Area

Sherwin Williams

SW7052

Complementary Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Gray Area

Sherwin Williams

SW7052

Alternate Colors by other brands

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

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