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Sherwin Williams Light French Gray SW0055

Light French Gray

Sherwin Williams

SW0055

About Light French Gray by Sherwin Williams

Light French Gray SW0055 by Sherwin Williams is a mid neutral shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 53% and hue near 43° for steady results across rooms. Reliable on feature walls and full rooms. Pairs well with clean whites and quiet neutrals.

Brightness: 52.8%

Tone: Neutral

HEX: #c2c0bb

RGB: 194, 192, 187

Hue43°

Saturation5%

Lightness75%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Light French Gray SW0055 a warm or cool color?
Light French Gray 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 Light French Gray?
Light French Gray sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 43°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Light French Gray?
Brightness is about 53%. Saturation is around 5%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 75%. Hue is close to 43°. The hex value is #c2c0bb. The RGB value is 194, 192, 187.
Is Light French Gray better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Light French Gray has brightness around 53%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Light French Gray?
You can match Light French 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.
Where does Light French Gray work best in a home?
Light French 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.
How does Light French Gray compare to a pure white paint?
Light French Gray 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 Light French Gray 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 Light French Gray 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 Light French Gray. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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