Gris
With a focus on versatile tones, Gris (7659) is a standout Neutral in our database. It was selected for this featured gallery for its ability to perfect for adding character to any space. See it applied across 8 real world scenarios and find professional pairing data below.
Hex
#A5A9A8
LRV
39.40
Gris's Color Strip
Gris is the fifth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Mineral Deposit and Earl Grey. The strip spans from Gossamer Veil at the lightest end to Homburg Gray at the deepest. As part of strip 238, these colors are curated to work together — helpful when you're deciding how light or deep to go.
Gris in Real Rooms
Gris has a medium-high LRV of 39.4 — present enough to register on the wall without making a room feel heavy. 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 bathroom, kitchen cabinets and bedroom.
4 Bathroom Photos
Pairing Gris 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.
Sherwin Williams Gris bathroom vanity color
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SW Gris bathroom vanity color
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SW Gris bathroom makeover
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SW Gris bathroom color
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3 Kitchen Cabinets Photos
The way Gris interacts with under-cabinet lighting is transformative. It catches the glow and reflects a softer, more diffused light onto the countertops, making the workspace feel more inviting and less utilitarian.
SW Gris painted cabinets
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Sherwin Williams Gris kitchen cabinets color
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Sherwin Williams Gris kitchen cabinets color review
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1 Bedroom Photo
For guest bedrooms, Gris is a welcoming embrace. It's a universally appealing tone that feels clean and fresh for new arrivals, yet has enough "personality" to make their stay feel special and considered. It works across all seasons, feeling cool in summer and cozy in winter.
Sherwin Williams Gris bedroom color
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