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Sherwin Williams Grays Harbor SW6236

Grays Harbor

Sherwin Williams

SW6236

About Grays Harbor by Sherwin Williams

Grays Harbor SW6236 by Sherwin Williams is a dark neutral shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 12% and hue near 200° for steady results across rooms. Use on accents or pairing with light trim. Pairs well with clean whites and quiet neutrals.

Brightness: 12%

Tone: Neutral

HEX: #596368

RGB: 89, 99, 104

Hue200°

Saturation8%

Lightness38%

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

Is Grays Harbor SW6236 a warm or cool color?
Grays Harbor 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 Grays Harbor?
Grays Harbor sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 200°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Grays Harbor?
Brightness is about 12%. Saturation is around 8%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 38%. Hue is close to 200°. The hex value is #596368. The RGB value is 89, 99, 104.
Is Grays Harbor better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Grays Harbor has brightness around 12%. 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 Grays Harbor?
You can match Grays Harbor 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 Grays Harbor work best in a home?
Grays Harbor 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 Grays Harbor compare to a pure white paint?
Grays Harbor 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 Grays Harbor 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 Grays Harbor 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 Grays Harbor. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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