Repose Gray
Sherwin-Williams · SW7015
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The Analysis
Repose Gray is a balanced mid-tone that avoids feeling too dark or clinical. With an LRV of 58.42, it reflects enough light to keep a space feeling open, but it has enough body to prevent a room from looking washed out.
It is a textbook choice for a whole-house wall color because it bridges the gap between warm and cool tones. Use it as your primary neutral to link different rooms together without committing to a specific color palette.
LRV 58History & Origin
This is a distinctly modern neutral that rose to popularity in the 2010s as a replacement for the yellowish beiges of the past. It fits perfectly into contemporary homes looking for a clean, non-dated aesthetic.
How to Use It
It pairs well with crisp white trim and works effectively with both walnut wood tones and matte black hardware. It is highly versatile, but looks best in rooms with controlled lighting where its subtle gray undertones remain steady.
The Mood
This color provides a consistent, stable backdrop that is easy to live with day-to-day. It feels restful and neutral, serving as a reliable foundation that won't distract you or create visual fatigue.
Colour harmonies
Complementary
Opposite on the colour wheel — bold, high-contrast pairings. Use for a feature wall or furniture you want to command attention.
Analogous
Neighbouring hues — cohesive and calm, great for layered schemes that feel collected rather than matched.
Split complementary
Near-opposites for strong contrast with a little less tension than a pure complement. A favourite of interior designers.
Triadic
Three evenly spaced hues — balanced, vibrant, and versatile. Keep one dominant and use the others sparingly.
Tetradic (square)
Four hues in a square on the wheel — rich, dynamic palettes. Best when one colour leads and the others accent.
Monochromatic
Dark, mid, and light steps on the same hue — a failsafe gradient for trim, walls, and accents without shifting colour family.
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Lighting
See how this colour shifts across natural and artificial light conditions.
- Natural