Gibraltar
Gibraltar is a genuinely dark Neutral from Sherwin-Williams. Our real-world data shows it is a primary choice when homeowners need to anchor a room without demanding the spotlight. Below, you'll find 18 examples of this shade in actual homes along with suggested color relationships.
Hex
#626970
LRV
13.87
Gibraltar's Color Strip
Gibraltar is the sixth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Serious Gray and Sea Serpent. The strip spans from Olympus White at the lightest end to Sea Serpent at the deepest. Color strip 234 groups these shades together so you can see how each reads next to its neighbors.
Gibraltar in Real Rooms
Gibraltar has a low LRV of 13.87 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color. It's neutral in temperature and , making it adaptable across different lighting conditions and room orientations. Grouped in the Neutral family, the photos below show it applied in a misc, front door, living room, dining room, home office, bathroom and house.
4 Misc Photos
Gibraltar shows up in some unexpected spaces in these photos — hallways, laundry rooms, and accent walls. Each one makes the case that the color's versatility extends well beyond the obvious applications into every corner of the home.
Wall painted Gibraltar provides sophisticated neutral grounding throughout the space.
@modernbymiles
Gibraltar demonstrates rich depth and versatility as a contemporary neutral shade.
@welcometowhitebear
Storage piece painted Gibraltar integrates seamlessly with transitional home décor.
@feichtandco
Storage cabinets painted in Gibraltar create a cohesive, neutral backdrop.
@craft.interiors
1 Front Door Photo
Front door color is the one exterior choice that gets examined up close. Gibraltar rewards that scrutiny — it has the kind of depth that looks richer the closer you get, rather than flatter. Pair with polished or unlacquered brass hardware for the best result.
Front door in Gibraltar makes a subtle architectural statement with gray sophistication.
@yycmvpaintinginc
2 Living Room Photos
The beauty of Gibraltar in a living room lies in its versatility with textures. It provides a smooth, matte-like quality that contrasts beautifully against plush velvet sofas or chunky wool rugs. It's a color that invites you to stay a little longer, creating an atmosphere that feels established rather than just decorated.
Living room accent wall in Gibraltar balances warm and cool tones beautifully.
@mandepainting
An accent wall in Gibraltar adds depth to this living room.
@janeendolaninteriors
2 Dining Room Photos
Pairing Gibraltar with a white ceiling and high white wainscoting creates a classic, high-contrast look that is perfect for a traditional dining space. It brings a sense of architectural rhythm and formality that is hard to achieve with lighter tones.
Dining room walls in Gibraltar enhance the space's intimate, gathered atmosphere.
@red.nest.designs
Dining room walls glow in warm Gibraltar tones throughout the space.
@cindyfowlisdesigns
2 Home Office Photos
Gibraltar works exceptionally well with "warm" tech—leather desk pads, brass lamps, and wooden monitor stands. It bridges the gap between modern technology and traditional home comfort, making the office feel like part of the house.
Workspace walls in Gibraltar create focused, professional home office environment.
@jstewarddesign
Workspace walls in Gibraltar foster a calm, focused environment.
@jstewarddesign
2 Bathroom Photos
Pairing Gibraltar with natural stone like travertine or slate creates an earthy, elemental bathroom that feels connected to nature. It moves the design away from plastic-heavy modernism toward something much more timeless and tactile.
Bathroom walls in Gibraltar provide a serene, sophisticated atmosphere.
@jstewarddesign
Vanity walls dressed in Gibraltar offer a calming, spa-like environment.
@jstewarddesign
5 House Photos
The way Gibraltar interacts with exterior lighting—like sconces or path lights—is dramatic. At night, the house takes on a protective, fortress-like quality that feels incredibly secure and welcoming to those returning home.
Exterior siding in Gibraltar complements traditional architectural details beautifully.
@itech_painters
Home facade painted in Gibraltar presents a timeless, understated elegance.
@itech_painters
Brick exterior in Gibraltar showcases neutral, enduring curb appeal.
@affordableupgradepaintingmore
House exterior wrapped in Gibraltar delivers classic, weathered sophistication.
@bcpaintersltd
Trim and siding in Gibraltar frame this home with quiet grace.
@itech_painters
Coordinating Colors
At LRV 38 vs 14, Folksy Gold is decisively the brighter choice.
Trim Color
Similar Colors
With LRVs of 15 and 14, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
With LRVs of 14 and 14, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 14 vs 12), so neither reads brighter in a room.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 14 vs 12), so neither reads brighter in a room.
With LRVs of 15 and 14, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
With LRVs of 14 and 13, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
With LRVs of 14 and 11, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
With LRVs of 14 and 13, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
Complementary Colors
Truly Taupe reflects far more light (LRV 35 vs 14), opening up a space where Gibraltar encloses it.
Heavenly White reflects far more light (LRV 81 vs 14), opening up a space where Gibraltar encloses it.
At LRV 74 vs 14, Original White is decisively the brighter choice.
A 7-point LRV gap (20 vs 14) makes Warm Stone the marginally brighter of the two.
Lighter Colors
A 5-point LRV gap (18 vs 14) makes Before the Storm the marginally brighter of the two.
Steely Gray reflects far more light (LRV 30 vs 14), opening up a space where Gibraltar encloses it.
With LRVs of 15 and 14, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
Darker Colors
Gibraltar reads slightly lighter (LRV 14 vs 4), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
A 7-point LRV gap (14 vs 6) makes Gibraltar the marginally brighter of the two.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 14 vs 12), so neither reads brighter in a room.
Gibraltar reads slightly lighter (LRV 14 vs 7), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.