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Sherwin Williams Worldly Gray SW7043

Worldly Gray

Sherwin Williams

SW7043

About Worldly Gray by Sherwin Williams

Worldly Gray SW7043 by Sherwin Williams is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 57% and hue near 35° for steady results across rooms. Adds comfort to living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 57.1%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #cec6bb

RGB: 206, 198, 187

Hue35°

Saturation16%

Lightness77%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

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

Is Worldly Gray SW7043 a warm or cool color?
Worldly 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 Worldly Gray?
Worldly Gray sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 35°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Worldly Gray?
Brightness is about 57%. Saturation is around 16%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 77%. Hue is close to 35°. The hex value is #cec6bb. The RGB value is 206, 198, 187.
Is Worldly Gray better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Worldly Gray has brightness around 57%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Worldly Gray?
You can match Worldly 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 Worldly Gray work best in a home?
Worldly 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 Worldly Gray compare to a pure white paint?
Worldly 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 Worldly 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 Worldly 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 Worldly Gray. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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