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Sherwin Williams Westchester Gray SW2849

Westchester Gray

Sherwin Williams

SW2849

About Westchester Gray by Sherwin Williams

Westchester Gray SW2849 by Sherwin Williams is a dark neutral shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 19% and hue near 60° for steady results across rooms. Use on accents or pairing with light trim. Pairs well with clean whites and quiet neutrals.

Brightness: 19.1%

Tone: Neutral

HEX: #797978

RGB: 121, 121, 120

Hue60°

Saturation0%

Lightness47%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Westchester Gray SW2849 a warm or cool color?
Westchester 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 Westchester Gray?
Westchester Gray sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 60°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Westchester Gray?
Brightness is about 19%. Saturation is around 0%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 47%. Hue is close to 60°. The hex value is #797978. The RGB value is 121, 121, 120.
Is Westchester Gray better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Westchester Gray has brightness around 19%. 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 Westchester Gray?
You can match Westchester 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 Westchester Gray work best in a home?
Westchester 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 Westchester Gray compare to a pure white paint?
Westchester 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 Westchester 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 Westchester 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 Westchester Gray. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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