Why Gossamer Veil Might Be the Only Neutral Paint You Need
Looking for the perfect neutral paint color to anchor your space? Sherwin Williams Gossamer Veil might just be the greige you’ve been searching for.
Choosing a whole house neutral can feel like a high-stakes guessing game and it's easy to get stuck between shades. Gossamer Veil is a versatile, timeless greige that works beautifully in all kinds of lighting and styles.
In this post, we’ll break down what makes Gossamer Veil so popular, how it compares to other greiges, and whether it’s the right fit for your home.
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What Color Is SW Gossamer Veil?
This creamy gray belongs to the neutral color family and even though it’s relatively new, has quickly become a designer favorite because it works in almost any room or as a whole house color. Gossamer Veil by Sherwin Williams gives a space a really calm feel with just enough color to contrast cabinetry and moldings while remaining very light and almost misty.
What undertones does Sherwin Williams Gossamer Veil have?
One reason Gossamer Veil reviews have shot to the top is it has no strong undertones so there are no unpleasant surprises once the paint is on the wall. What you see is what you get.
But even without strong undertones that have a strong effect on how this paint color shows up on the wall, we know that every color has to have some undertones. So when we dig deep the undertones favor green with a hint of purple. These undertones are warm enough to lend a cozy feel to the gray but still keep the room clean and light.
What is the LRV of Gossamer Veil Sherwin Williams?
LRV (light reflective value) is a scale to tell how light or dark a color is. The scale goes from 1 (blackest black) to 100 (true white).
Gossamer Veil LRV is 62 which puts it on the lighter end of the scale. It will reflect light even in a darker low-lit room, yet won’t look colorless in a bright room.
Is SW Gossamer Veil warm or cool?
Gossamer Veil paint color is warm gray with a hint of beige.
Before you pick any paint, note the amount of incoming natural light and where the sun is in relation to the room. Natural light impacts how you perceive a color and it can look much different depending on time of day as the light in the room changes.
- South or west-facing afternoon light: Gossamer Veil will appear slightly warmer, with a bit more of the beige undertones coming through.
- Cool northern exposure or darker lighting: Gossamer Veil becomes a little deeper and slightly more gray.
This chameleon-like quality of greige colors is one reason you'll want to test Gossamer Veil on your walls before making a commitment.
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Where To Use SW Gossamer Veil In Your Home
Gossamer Veil walls
This is one of those neutrals that truly work everywhere. When SW Gossamer Veil is used as a wall color throughout, your rooms flow cohesively as you move from space to space. This entry and staircase are perfectly tied together to form a grand open entryway and the wall color provides just enough contrast against the white trim and moldings.
Gossamer Veil kitchen
Both of these kitchens demonstrate that Gossamer Veil paint color pairs beautifully with gold hardware and wood tones because the gray in the color keeps the space cool and airy while the slight brown undertone ties it in nicely with the warmth of the wood and the gold.
Gossamer Veil walls with white kitchen cabinets
The walls in this kitchen are a perfect shade that is almost clay like giving them just enough color to make the white cabinets stand out and tie in the cool blacks and grays in the room, with the warmer tones on the dark wood island and gold cabinet hardware.
Gossamer Veil cabinets
These Gossamer Veil kitchen cabinets help create the feel of a large open luxurious space.
Gossamer Veil living room
Gossamer Veil brings a light, airy feel to any area and looks incredibly good in living rooms with a modern style.
In contrast with the white trim around the window, Gossamer Veil paint stands out just enough and doesn’t look too pale.
Gossamer Veil bedroom
Natural light floods this beach style bedroom designed by Shea Homes San Francisco, and Gossamer Veil on the walls responds by showing off its lighter side. Yet it holds its own against the white dresser and helps this room deliver on its promise as a space to relax and unwind.
Gossamer Veil bathroom
The crisp white trim contrast also brings out the Gossamer Veil walls in this stunning upstairs bathroom renovation sure to please guests.
Gossamer Veil exterior
Gossamer Veil can also be great as an exterior trim or main color. Remember that it will be at its lightest in the bright outdoors. If you use it as the primary color, use a darker bolder trim or accent color to add more pop.
SW Gossamer Veil VS Other Greige Colors
Gossamer Veil vs Agreeable Gray
With an LRV of 60 Sherwin Williams Agreeable Gray 7029 is just a smidge darker and cozier, and may pick up subtle blue undertones in northern facing rooms. Gossamer Veil is a bit cleaner and more modern. They can be used almost interchangeably.
Gossamer Veil vs Revere Pewter
Benjamin Moore Revere Pewter HC 172 is quite popular and both warmer and more beige than Sherwin Williams Gossamer Veil. In fact it may come across as more beige than gray on your walls. Its LRV is 55, making it darker and more earthy than Gossamer Veil.
Gossamer Veil vs Repose Gray
Both these colors are super popular but Sherwin Williams Repose Gray 7015 is darker and cooler with a stronger violet undertone. If your space is dark or small, Repose Gray can feel really purple and Gossamer Veil, with its air of creaminess thanks to leaning warm, is the better choice.
If you love the coziness of a warm gray but still undecided on the right shade, I've rounded up a list of my favorite fantastic Sherwin Williams greige paint colors to help narrow your choice.
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Gossamer Veil Coordinating Colors
Because the undertones are both cool and warm what colors go with Gossamer Veil Sherwin Williams is really limitless.
- If you have a really cool color palette but want to warm up the space ever so slightly and make it feel more inviting, Gossamer Veil SW 9165 goes well with both light blues and dark blues as well as different shades of gray.
- And if you have a warm color palette like red tones or dark wood tones, this neutral paint color will add a hint of cool to your space and make it feel more updated.
The Sherwin Williams blog, Tinted, showcases different colors that go with Gossamer Veil so you can see them in action.
Another great way to see paint colors in action is to test samples on your walls before making a commitment. See how Sherwin Williams Gossamer Veil paint looks in your unique lighting and decor situation. It will save you a ton paint grief from mistakes - not to mention money.
Is SW Gossamer Veil The Right Neutral For Your Home?
If you’re after a neutral that’s warm but not too beige, gray but not too cold, and timeless without feeling boring, Sherwin Williams Gossamer Veil might be your perfect match. It’s elegant, understated, and versatile enough to carry your whole home color palette.
Still on the fence? Check out my guide on How To Choose Paint Colors + The Best Neutral Paint Colors To Consider for more expert advice and stress-free color tips.
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