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Sherwin Williams Steely Gray SW7664

Steely Gray

Sherwin Williams

SW7664

About Steely Gray by Sherwin Williams

Steely Gray SW7664 by Sherwin Williams is a dark neutral shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 30% and hue near 202° for steady results across rooms. Use on accents or pairing with light trim. Pairs well with clean whites and quiet neutrals.

Brightness: 30.4%

Tone: Neutral

HEX: #90979b

RGB: 144, 151, 155

Hue202°

Saturation5%

Lightness59%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Steely Gray SW7664 a warm or cool color?
Steely 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 Steely Gray?
Steely Gray sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 202°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Steely Gray?
Brightness is about 30%. Saturation is around 5%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 59%. Hue is close to 202°. The hex value is #90979b. The RGB value is 144, 151, 155.
Is Steely Gray better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Steely Gray has brightness around 30%. 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 Steely Gray?
You can match Steely 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 Steely Gray work best in a home?
Steely 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 Steely Gray compare to a pure white paint?
Steely 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 Steely 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 Steely 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 Steely Gray. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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