Sherwin-Williams • 9165

Gossamer Veil

Name: Sherwin-Williams Gossamer Veil 9165
Brand: Sherwin-Williams

Gossamer Veil is a versatile and reflective Neutral from Sherwin-Williams. Our real-world data shows it is a primary choice when homeowners need to provide a clean, timeless feel that works across various lighting conditions. Below, you'll find 108 examples of this shade in actual homes along with suggested color relationships.

Hex

#D3CEC4

LRV

61.83

Light Reflectance Value

61.83

light

Temperaturewarm

SaturationBright

Collection

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Gossamer Veil's Color Strip

Gossamer Veil is the first shade on this 7-color strip, the lightest in this coordinated family. Color strip 238 groups these shades together so you can see how each reads next to its neighbors.

C1Gossamer Veil

C2Drift of Mist C3Gray Clouds C4Mineral Deposit C5Gris C6Earl Grey C7Homburg Gray

Gossamer Veil in Real Rooms

Gossamer Veil has a high LRV of 61.83 — it reflects a lot of light and will read pale and airy in most spaces. It's warm-toned and , picking up richness from natural light and sitting comfortably alongside wood tones and warm neutrals. Grouped in the Neutral family, the photos below show it applied in a living room, bedroom, kitchen, bathroom, home office, house, front door, dining room, kitchen cabinets and misc.

50 Living Room Photos

Gossamer Veil works harder than it looks in a living room environment. Whether the space gets direct southern sun or stays north-facing and dim, the color finds its specific register — neither receding into the background nor demanding the spotlight. It acts as a sophisticated backdrop that makes every piece of furniture or art placed in front of it look immediately more considered and curated.

Gossamer Veil SW 9165 by sherwin williams 9165 living room

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13 Bedroom Photos

A bedroom finished in Gossamer Veil rewards the time you spend in it. The color is deep enough to feel intentional and luxurious, but not so saturated that it becomes visually tiring over time — it strikes the perfect balance for a space meant for both deep sleep and the slow, reflective hours before it.

By sherwin williams 9165 bedroom painted in Sherwin-Williams Gossamer Veil

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9 Kitchen Photos

In a modern kitchen, Gossamer Veil provides the necessary "organic" touch to offset stainless steel appliances and glass backsplashes. It prevents the kitchen from feeling like a laboratory, injecting a much-needed sense of domestic warmth and culinary inspiration.

Sherwin Williams Gossamer Veil by sherwin williams 9165 kitchen cabinets

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16 Bathroom Photos

In a powder room, Gossamer Veil can be used floor-to-ceiling to create a dramatic, high-impact experience for guests. Because these rooms are small and transitional, they can handle the full intensity of the color's personality without feeling overwhelming.

Beige by sherwin williams 9165 bathroom in Gossamer Veil by Sherwin Williams

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1 Home Office Photo

Gossamer Veil 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.

SW 9165 by sherwin williams 9165 home office inspiration

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1 House Photo

On a traditional or historic home, Gossamer Veil acts as a restorative force. It brings out the dignity of the original craftsmanship while making the structure feel relevant to the 21st century. It's a "new classic" in every sense.

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2 Front Door Photos

Using Gossamer Veil for the front door allows the hardware to be the "jewelry" of the house. Whether you choose a modern long-bar handle or a traditional knocker, the color provides the perfect stage for the metalwork to shine.

Beige by sherwin williams 9165 front door with Gossamer Veil SW 9165

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Sherwin Williams Gossamer Veil door

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1 Dining Room Photo

The color Gossamer Veil has a way of making wood furniture look its best. Whether you have a dark mahogany table or a light oak sideboard, the undertones of the paint will pull out the natural beauty and grain of the wood.

Sherwin Williams Gossamer Veil dining room

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12 Kitchen Cabinets Photos

Choosing Gossamer Veil for cabinets allows you to be more adventurous with your tile and stone choices. Because the cabinetry is so well-grounded, it can balance out a heavily veined marble or a colorful geometric backsplash without the room feeling "busy."

Sherwin Williams Gossamer Veil kitchen cabinets

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3 Misc Photos

More spaces painted in Gossamer Veil, shared by homeowners and designers across kitchens, hallways, dining rooms, and beyond. This collection shows how one color can take on a dozen different personalities depending on the room.

Sherwin Williams Gossamer Veil wall paint

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Sherwin Williams Gossamer Veil wall paint

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Sherwin Williams Gossamer Veil wall paint

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