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Sherwin Williams Gray Screen SW7071

Gray Screen

Sherwin Williams

SW7071

About Gray Screen by Sherwin Williams

Gray Screen SW7071 by Sherwin Williams is a mid neutral shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 59% and hue near 180° for steady results across rooms. Reliable on feature walls and full rooms. Pairs well with clean whites and quiet neutrals.

Brightness: 58.5%

Tone: Neutral

HEX: #c6caca

RGB: 198, 202, 202

Hue180°

Saturation4%

Lightness78%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Gray Screen SW7071 a warm or cool color?
Gray Screen 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 Gray Screen?
Gray Screen sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 180°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Gray Screen?
Brightness is about 59%. Saturation is around 4%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 78%. Hue is close to 180°. The hex value is #c6caca. The RGB value is 198, 202, 202.
Is Gray Screen better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Gray Screen has brightness around 59%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Gray Screen?
You can match Gray Screen 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 Screen work best in a home?
Gray Screen 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 Screen compare to a pure white paint?
Gray Screen 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 Gray Screen 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 Gray Screen 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 Gray Screen. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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