Rare Gray vs Sweater Weather paint color comparison

Rare Gray vs Sweater Weather

Rare Gray and Sweater Weather come from the same Sherwin-Williams collection. These are both greys, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within grey to land. The 22-point LRV gap — 60 for Sweater Weather vs 38 for Rare Gray — means Sweater Weather will open up a space more effectively. Both share a neutral character, which means they'll respond to light and surrounding materials in similar ways. A ΔE of 14.2 puts these firmly in different territory — two distinct design choices rather than close alternatives. Below, 5 simulated room previews show how each color reads at scale — real-room photos will be added as they become available.

Color Details

Rare Gray
Sherwin-Williams · 6199
LRV37.8
BrandSherwin-Williams
Number6199
Undertone—
TemperatureNeutral
BrightnessMedium
Sweater Weather
Sherwin-Williams · 9548
LRV59.8
BrandSherwin-Williams
Number9548
Undertone—
TemperatureNeutral
BrightnessLight

Rare Gray vs Sweater Weather Simulated Comparison

5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Rare Gray on one side and Sweater Weather on the other.

Bathroom
Bedroom
House
Kitchen Cabinets
Living Room

Digital color is approximate. These simulations are generated from the manufacturer's hex values and overlaid on grayscale room photos — your screen's calibration, brightness, and viewing angle all affect how they render. Before committing to either color, test physical samples in your own space under the light you actually live with.