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Sherwin Williams Useful Gray SW7050

Useful Gray

Sherwin Williams

SW7050

About Useful Gray by Sherwin Williams

Brightness: 59.2%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #cfcabd

RGB: 207, 202, 189

Hue43°

Saturation16%

Lightness78%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Useful Gray SW7050 a warm or cool color?
Useful Gray by Sherwin Williams is a warm mid tone color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Useful Gray?
Useful 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 Useful Gray?
Brightness is about 59%. Saturation is around 16%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 78%. Hue is close to 43°. The hex value is #cfcabd. The RGB value is 207, 202, 189.
Is Useful Gray better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Useful Gray 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 Useful Gray?
You can match Useful 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 Useful Gray work best in a home?
Useful 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 Useful Gray compare to a pure white paint?
Useful Gray is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm 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 Useful 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 Useful 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 Useful Gray. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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