PAINT COLOR COMPARISON
Sherwin-WilliamsMindful Grayvs Sherwin-WilliamsDorian Gray
Why this comparison. Same SW strip one step apart — Dorian Gray is the deeper pick that shows up on cabinets.
Mindful Gray and Dorian Gray are close but distinct (ΔE 5.56). Visible difference on the wall, especially in flat daylight.
SHERWIN-WILLIAMS · SW 7016
Mindful Gray
#BBB5A8 · LRV 48
Undertone: red-orange / warm
SHERWIN-WILLIAMS · SW 7017
Dorian Gray
#A8A293 · LRV 39
Undertone: red-orange / warm
The numbers
ΔE2000
5.56
Different color
Perceptual color distance — lower = more similar
LRV DELTA
9
Mindful Gray is lighter
Light reflectance: how bright on a wall
UNDERTONE
Same
Mindful Gray: red-orange / warm
Dorian Gray: red-orange / warm
Dorian Gray: red-orange / warm
Mindful Gray is slightly lighter (LRV 48 vs 39, 9-point delta).
Specs side by side
| Spec | Mindful Gray | Dorian Gray |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Sherwin-Williams | Sherwin-Williams |
| SKU | SW 7016 | SW 7017 |
| Hex | #BBB5A8 | #A8A293 |
| RGB | 187, 181, 168 | 168, 162, 147 |
| LRV | 48 | 39 |
| Undertone | red-orange / warm | red-orange / warm |
| Family | Neutral | Neutral |
When to pick which
PICK MINDFUL GRAY
Sherwin-Williams Mindful Gray
Best when you want the slightly lighter, airier read.
PICK DORIAN GRAY
Sherwin-Williams Dorian Gray
Best when you want a warmer wall feel — pairs well with brass, oak, and creams.
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