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Grays Harbor

We've categorized Grays Harbor as a genuinely dark Blue because of its unique LRV profile. We have documented it across our network because it can anchor a room without demanding the spotlight so effectively. Explore our collection of 15 room photos to see how it looks alongside coordinating accent choices.

Hex

#596368

LRV

12.05

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Light Reflectance Value
12.05
Dark
TemperatureNeutral
SaturationMuted
Collection

Grays Harbor's Color Strip

Grays Harbor is the sixth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Foggy Day and Dark Night. The strip spans from Misty at the lightest end to Dark Night at the deepest. Strip 222 makes it easy to compare shades side by side and find the right depth for your space.

Grays Harbor in Real Rooms

Grays Harbor has a low LRV of 12.05 — 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 Blue family, the photos below show it applied in a bedroom, kitchen cabinets, living room, house, misc and kitchen.

2 Bedroom Photos

A bedroom finished in Grays Harbor 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.

Sherwin Williams Grays Harbor bedroom interior

Master bedroom walls in Grays Harbor encourage peaceful rest.

@rlred79

SW Grays Harbor bedroom

Bedroom walls painted Grays Harbor foster calm and relaxation.

@the.mari.foster

6 Kitchen Cabinets Photos

When you use Grays Harbor on cabinetry, you're embracing furniture-grade sophistication. It elevates standard cupboards into something that feels custom-built, especially when paired with a satin or semi-gloss finish that lets the light catch the edges of the doors.

Sherwin Williams Grays Harbor kitchen cabinets

Kitchen cabinets in Grays Harbor balance modern and traditional styles.

@rootedinthedriftless

2 Living Room Photos

When applied to living room walls, Grays Harbor creates a sense of "visual quiet." It eliminates the erratic shadows found in busier spaces, instead providing a steady, rhythmic tone that ties together disparate furniture styles. It's the common thread that makes a room full of heirlooms and modern pieces feel like a cohesive collection.

Sw Grays Harbor Living Room

Living room walls in Grays Harbor provide a calm, neutral backdrop.

@alchemyinteriorsandevents

Sherwin Williams Grays Harbor Living Room

Accent wall in Grays Harbor anchors this inviting living room space.

@alchemyinteriorsandevents

1 House Photo

Grays Harbor is particularly effective on modern-style homes with flat planes and large windows. The color emphasizes the geometry of the house, using shadows and light to create a dynamic, ever-changing facade throughout the day.

Sw Grays Harbor Exterior

Exterior siding in Grays Harbor gives this house a contemporary appearance.

@stephaniemaxwellnewton

3 Misc Photos

These examples of Grays Harbor in transitional spaces—like entryways or landings—show how the color can act as a "thread" that ties the upper and lower floors of a house together into one cohesive story.

SW Grays Harbor painted furniture

Painted furniture in Grays Harbor transforms a dresser with timeless appeal.

@imtalithajohnson

Sw 6236 Painted Furniture

Wooden dresser finished in Grays Harbor adds depth to bedroom décor.

@hello_forever_home

Sherwin Williams Grays Harbor Door

Front door painted Grays Harbor makes a bold architectural statement.

@farmhousewifey

1 Kitchen Photo

The sophisticated undertones of Grays Harbor make it an excellent partner for mixed metal finishes. Whether you have a brass faucet and matte black cabinet pulls, or traditional chrome fixtures, this color acts as a neutral mediator that makes the mix look intentional.

Sw Grays Harbor Kitchen

Kitchen walls in Grays Harbor complement white cabinetry beautifully.

@thehousetheparksbuilt

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Color Codes

HEX#596368
RGB89, 99, 104
HSL200° 8% 38%
CMYK14 5 0 59
CIE LabL: 41.3 a: -2.7 b: -4.1
XYZX: 11.08 Y: 12.05 Z: 14.84
Strip222 pos. C6