Sherwin-Williams Storm Cloud is a deep, moody blue-gray with strong slate undertones. This dramatic yet balanced color adds sophisticated depth to any room, making it an outstanding choice for striking accent walls, cozy bedrooms, or elegant home exteriors.
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Paint Technical Profile
| Color ID / SKU | SW 6249 |
| HEX Code | #7A848D |
| Light Reflectance (LRV) | 23 |
| Temperature | Cool |
| Primary Undertone | Blue |
| Hidden Undertones | Gray, Slate |
| Use | Interior, Exterior |
| Best Exposures | South, West |
| Best For | Bedrooms, dining rooms, exterior siding, accent walls, cabinetry |
Digital Visualizations & Applications Explore curated design concepts and coordinating palettes.
Color exploration: A dramatic slate hue enveloping a bedroom space, warmed by amber lamp glow and rich mustard accents.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Dim, moody evening light with warm lamp glow
- Bedding:Charcoal linen, mustard throw
- Furniture:Dark walnut
- Trim Recommendation:Sherwin-Williams Extra White SW 7006
Complementary Paint Colors
Concept board: A sophisticated slate tone applied to floor-to-ceiling wainscoting, paired with curved white bouclé dining chairs.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Soft chandelier light, twilight window
- Architectural Features:Floor-to-ceiling wainscoting
- Table:Smoked glass and black oak
- Chairs:Bouclé dining chairs
Exterior visualization: A cool stormy shade coating lap siding, contrasting crisply with a natural cedar front door and bright trim.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Overcast daylight
- Trim Color:Sherwin-Williams Snowbound SW 7004
- Roofing:Charcoal architectural shingles
- Front Door:Natural cedar
Complementary Paint Colors
Digital material test: A bold slate backdrop highlighting a large abstract canvas, illuminated by dramatic directional track lighting.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Directional track lighting highlighting art
- Adjacent Walls:Sherwin-Williams Repose Gray SW 7015
- Decor:Large abstract canvas, matte black gallery frames
- Flooring:Polished concrete
Complementary Paint Colors
Digital rendering: This deep moody tone applied to modern flat-panel kitchen cabinetry, brightened by white subway tile and under-cabinet lighting.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Bright task lighting under cabinets
- Countertops:White quartz with gray veining
- Hardware:Brushed brass pulls
- Backsplash:Matte white subway tile
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