Repose Gray by Sherwin Williams is one of the most versatile and timeless gray paint colors you can choose for your home. It’s a soft, true gray that balances beautifully between warm and cool tones, making it a go-to neutral for designers and homeowners alike. Whether you want a cozy living room, a bright entryway, or a calm bedroom, this color adapts effortlessly to different lighting and styles.
We first used Sherwin Williams Repose Gray (SW 7015) in our north-facing front rooms — the foyer, living room, and dining room. The subtle warmth of this gray helped balance the cooler northern light, creating a comfortable and inviting feel. We loved it so much that we decided to continue it into several west-facing spaces, and it has blended seamlessly throughout our home.
Repose Gray Undertones
One of the reasons this gray is so popular is because of its unique undertones. It’s considered a neutral gray with a soft warmth that prevents it from feeling too cold or sterile. Depending on your light exposure, you may notice hints of brown, beige, or even a touch of violet.
In our north-facing rooms, this color maintains a consistent, elegant gray tone throughout the day. While some homeowners notice faint purple or brown undertones in lower light, we’ve found it reads as a beautiful, clean gray that feels timeless and balanced.
Because of its subtle warmth, Repose Gray can also be described as a “borderline greige” (gray + beige) — just warm enough to coordinate with both cool and warm palettes.
Repose Gray vs. Agreeable Gray
If you’re comparing Repose Gray vs. Agreeable Gray, here’s what we’ve noticed firsthand. Both colors are popular for a reason — they’re incredibly versatile neutrals that work in almost any home.
However, Agreeable Gray (SW 7029) leans a bit warmer and more beige, making it a true greige. Repose Gray, on the other hand, shows up as a slightly cooler and more classic gray, especially in bright natural light.
In our home, several rooms painted in this beautiful gray open up directly into areas with Agreeable Gray. Side by side, Repose Gray reads as the more traditional gray, while Agreeable Gray gives off a softer, warmer tone. The transition between the two is seamless — they complement each other beautifully.
Best Rooms for Repose Gray
SW 7015 works well in just about any room, but it especially shines in:
- Living rooms and foyers for a sophisticated, neutral backdrop.
- Bedrooms for a calming, restful feel.
- Kitchens and bathrooms paired with crisp white trim or black accents.
- Open concept spaces where consistent color flow ties everything together.
It’s also a perfect neutral if you want to update your home without committing to strong color — it looks great with white trim, black hardware, natural wood tones, and even pops of color like navy or sage.
Final Thoughts
If you’re searching for a neutral gray paint color that adapts beautifully to your lighting and complements any style, Sherwin Williams Repose Gray is an easy choice. It brings warmth, balance, and sophistication to every space — and it’s one we’d happily choose again.
To see how this color would look in your space and to view more details visit Sherwin-Williams.com. You will be able to find more details about this great color such as color pairings, similar colors, and color collections.
For more details on how we created these other great spaces using this neutral gray check out Our Front Door Makeover & Our DIY Banister Update
