Sherwin-Williams Austere Gray is a soft, muted green-gray paint color. Featuring a gentle blue undertone, this earthy hue strikes a perfect balance between cool and warm. It is a highly versatile choice for kitchen cabinetry, home offices, and living rooms.
Paint Technical Profile
| Color ID / SKU | SW 6184 |
| HEX Code | #BEBFB2 |
| Light Reflectance (LRV) | 51 |
| Temperature | Cool |
| Primary Undertone | Green |
| Hidden Undertones | Blue, Gray |
| Use | Interior, Exterior |
| Best Exposures | South, West |
| Best For | Kitchen Cabinets, Living Rooms, Bedrooms, Home Offices |
Digital Visualizations & Applications Explore curated design concepts and coordinating palettes.
Digital visualization: A muted green-gray hue applied to beadboard cabinetry, complemented by warm butcher block oak countertops.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Bright indirect daylight
- Countertop Material:Butcher block oak
- Hardware Finish:Aged brass
- Flooring:Slate tile
- Wall Color:High Reflective White SW 7757
Complementary Paint Colors
Color test: A subtle greenish-gray wall color setting a serene backdrop for oatmeal linen and rust velvet seating.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Warm afternoon sunbeams
- Trim Recommendation:Pearly White SW 7009
- Key Textiles:Oatmeal linen and rust velvet
- Accent Wood:Ash
- Vibe:Earthy transitional
Complementary Paint Colors
Concept board: A calming gray-green tone enveloping bedroom walls, perfectly paired with a woven rattan headboard and washed oak.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Soft morning light
- Key Materials:Rattan and washed cotton
- Coordinating Color:Retreat SW 6207
- Flooring:White washed oak
- Hardware Finish:Matte white
Complementary Paint Colors
Architectural rendering: A tailored monochromatic application of a muted green-gray on floor-to-ceiling built-in bookcases and trim.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Task lighting with ambient window glow
- Millwork Style:Floor-to-ceiling built-ins
- Hardware Finish:Satin nickel
- Accent Furniture:Burled wood desk
- Vibe:Tailored and focused
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