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Repose Gray vs Pavilion Gray

Sherwin-Williams Repose Gray SW 7015 compared with Farrow & Ball Pavilion Gray No.242

Repose Gray is a touch more muted than Pavilion Gray. Both have a warm yellow undertone. They're close enough (ΔE 1.8) that most people won't see a difference on a wall, so one can usually stand in for the other.

Living room painted Repose Gray on the left and Pavilion Gray on the right
Repose Gray · Sherwin-WilliamsPavilion Gray · Farrow & BallPhoto: Pipcke / Unsplash

ΔE 1.8 · Very close

How different the two colors look. Under 2.5 is very hard to tell apart on a wall; over 5 is clearly different.

Which to choose

For a small or dim room, Repose Gray reflects more light (LRV 52).

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Side by side

Repose GrayPavilion Gray
BrandSherwin-WilliamsFarrow & Ball
CodeSW 7015No.242
LRV5251
Undertoneyellowyellow
FamilyGrayGray
HEX#C2BFB8#BFBDB3
Good foropen-plan living areas, hallwaysopen-plan living areas, hallways

Questions

What is the difference between Repose Gray and Pavilion Gray?

Repose Gray is a touch more muted than Pavilion Gray. Both have a warm yellow undertone. They're close enough (ΔE 1.8) that most people won't see a difference on a wall, so one can usually stand in for the other.

Which is lighter, Repose Gray or Pavilion Gray?

Repose Gray is lighter, with an LRV of 52 against 51.

How does Repose Gray compare to Pavilion Gray in a north-facing room?

In north light Repose Gray will look a little cooler and grayer than on the chip. The same goes for Pavilion Gray.

Based on published color values. Screens vary, so always check a physical sample before buying.

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