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Sherwin Williams Serious Gray SW6256

Serious Gray

Sherwin Williams

SW6256

About Serious Gray by Sherwin Williams

Brightness: 22.7%

Tone: Neutral

HEX: #7d848b

RGB: 125, 132, 139

Hue210°

Saturation6%

Lightness52%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Serious Gray SW6256 a warm or cool color?
Serious Gray 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 Serious Gray?
Serious Gray sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 210°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Serious Gray?
Brightness is about 23%. Saturation is around 6%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 52%. Hue is close to 210°. The hex value is #7d848b. The RGB value is 125, 132, 139.
Is Serious Gray better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Serious Gray has brightness around 23%. 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 Serious Gray?
You can match Serious 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 Serious Gray work best in a home?
Serious 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 Serious Gray compare to a pure white paint?
Serious Gray 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 Serious 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 Serious 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 Serious Gray. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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