Modern Gray
Sherwin-Williams
SW 7632
Modern Gray is a soft, light greige that leans noticeably warm, almost a pale taupe-beige with a gray veil. It flatters bedrooms and living spaces where the goal is cozy-light rather than crisp. Compared with Agreeable Gray it reads slightly warmer and softer, which makes it a good alternative when that color goes too gray in a particular house.
Some brands don't share official hex codes. The digital values shown here are careful approximations. Always confirm with a physical sample.
Close matches
Benjamin Moore: Sea Salt CSP-95 (#D4CFC3) · Collingwood OC-28 (#D3CEC4) · Rocking Chair CSP-400 (#D5CBBE)
Farrow & Ball: Stirabout No. 300 (#D9CFC2) · Shaded White No. 201 (#D5CFC0) · Skimming Stone No. 241 (#DBD5CA)
Similar Sherwin-Williams colors: Popular Gray SW 6071 (#D4CCC3) · Gossamer Veil SW 9165 (#D3CEC4) · Agreeable Gray SW 7029 (#D1CBC1)
Common questions
What is the hex code for Modern Gray?
The hex code for Sherwin-Williams Modern Gray SW 7632 is #D6CEC3. In RGB that is 214, 206, 195. Use these values to reproduce Modern Gray in SketchUp, Canva, Photoshop, Figma, or rendering software for client presentations and mood boards.
What is the Benjamin Moore equivalent of Modern Gray?
The closest Benjamin Moore match for Modern Gray is Sea Salt CSP-95 (#D4CFC3). No cross-brand match is exact, because each brand mixes its own pigment formulas. Always confirm with a physical sample before specifying a substitute.
Is Modern Gray warm or cool?
Modern Gray is warm. Its beige-taupe undertone dominates, and in some light a faint pinkish softness can appear, so sample it near your floors and counters. At an LRV of approximately 62, it stays light and gentle on walls. North light grays it out somewhat; warm southern light makes it glow beige. It belongs with warm whites, natural wood, and soft textiles.
Why does Modern Gray look different on screen than on the wall?
Screens emit light while paint reflects it, so a hex code cannot capture how lighting, sheen, and surrounding colors shift paint in a real room. Treat #D6CEC3 as accurate for digital design work, and use physical samples for final approval.
What LRV does Modern Gray have?
Modern Gray has a Light Reflectance Value of approximately 62, meaning it reflects about 62% of visible light. That places it among lighter colors that keep rooms feeling open and bright.
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