Sherwin Williams

Auger Shell

SW 9159

Auger Shell (hex #9F9291) is a warm gray distinguished by subtle purple undertones that separate it from standard taupe neutrals. Its LRV of 30 places it in the medium range, absorbing enough light to feel substantial on walls while still maintaining adequate reflectivity. The purple inflection is quiet, emerging most clearly under warm or daylight-balanced lighting.

Complementary warm neutrals like Sherwin-Williams Accessible Beige and Agreeable Gray reinforce its warmth, whereas deeper tones such as Iron Ore or Sealskin provide strong contrast. Softer analogous options like Enigma or Sea Salt highlight the cool purple thread.

Brand

Sherwin Williams

Code

SW 9159

Collection

Pottery Barn (Fall/Winter)

Auger Shell in Different Light

Artificial Lighting

Bedroom scene to simulate Sherwin Williams Auger Shell under artificial light

Natural Lighting

Living room scene to simulate Sherwin Williams Auger Shell under natural light

Technical Specifications

Undertones

Type

Red

Strength

Low

Temperature

neutral

Hue Angle

4°

Red Family

Lightness

60%

Medium

Saturation

7%

Very Muted

LRV

30.0
0%100%
Very Dark
Dark
Medium
Light
Very Light
White
Color Position
Saturation →
Lightness →

Color Codes

HEX
#9F9291
RGB Decimal
159, 146, 145
RGB Percent
62.4%, 57.3%, 56.9%
HSL
4.3, 6.8%, 59.6%
HSV
4.3, 8.8%, 62.4%
CMYK
0.0%, 8.2%, 8.8%, 37.6%
YIQ
149.8, 8.1, 2.4
XYZ
29.69, 29.97, 31.01
CIE Lab
61.63, 4.63, 2.26
CIE Luv
61.63, 7.74, 2.41
Hunter Lab
54.75, 4.03, 1.91
Decimal
10457745

Coordinating Colors and Color Palettes

Lighter Shades

Monochromatic light

Complementary

Opposite on color wheel

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