Sherwin Williams Morning Fog (SW 6255) is a mid-toned blue-gray neutral with a soft, soothing feel.It has mid range of LRV that make it sits between light and dark ,so its cool with bkusih undertone.
In bright light Morning Fog appears light and airy, while in low/north light it can look richer and slightly moodier. Morning Fog “brings a tranquil atmosphere” and complements both crisp whites (e.g. SW Alabaster) and warm neutrals (e.g. SW Accessible Beige). Its balance of coolness with a hint of warmth makes it extremely versatile as a backdrop for many styles.
In this blog post I will cover all your queries related to Morning Fog ,what is undertone and LRV? also coordinating color paltte ,with comparisons to some other colors.Also with 30+ REAL HOMES IMAGES and BEFORE AFTER.
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Undertones and LRV of SW 6255
Morning Fog is fundamentally gray with blue undertones. Its pure hue is leaning toward blue, and design blogs describe it as having “cold and neutral undertones that are slightly bluish and bright”.
In other words, it is clearly a gray, not a beige or greige. This cool-bluish cast means Morning Fog reads as a true gray in most lighting (especially north or artificial light) and may flirt with a blue tint in direct southern light.
With an LRV of 42, Morning Fog reflects about 42% of light. It is neither very dark and not too light.In moderate rooms it keep the space bright in large areas or livingroom it can make you feel cozy and cool at the same time.
In very bright southern or western light the color can look lighter (almost silvery-blue), while in northern or low light it may deepen. One reviewer notes that Morning Fog almost look blue-gray whensome of the natural light hits it.
As a mid-tone neutral, it will not make your rooms look dark or small ,if its already.In my opinion if your room is small enough you should use it in accent wall with some w=off-white or golden decor or mirror.
Effect of Lighting
- South-facing light: Bright, warm light can make Morning Fog look lighter and slightly bluer. It may lose some of its gray depth.
- North-facing light: Cooler, indirect light deepens the gray aspect. Morning Fog can look a bit more muted or even a touch greenish-gray in very cool light.
- East/West light: Morning (east) brings warm light early, making it glow warmly; evening (west) light is cooler, accentuating the blue undertone.
In practice, test swatches in your actual light. In bright daylight Morning Fog appears light and airy, almost like a gentle fog. In softer or shaded light it takes on a calming, neutral gray quality.
It tends to show its blue-gray character more in sunlit spaces. For a uniform look, consider using it in rooms with similar light exposure, or pair it with warm finishes to balance its coolness in darker areas.
Recommended Uses in the Home
Bedroom
Morning Fog make room feel sense of calmness. It pairs beautifully with crisp white bedding, light wood floors, and warm wood furniture.To make the look complete use white trim and bright beddings.
It coordinates well with soft fabrics and natural textures – for example, an airy white canopy or light curtains makes the room feel light. Rugs, pillows or drapes in warm neutrals (beige, taupe) or gentle pastels can add warmth.
Kitchen
In kitchens, it looks sleek behind stainless steel appliances or underlit cabinetry.To balance wood or white cabinets, It is often used on island cabinets or walls.
For example, a kitchen might use Morning Fog on lower cabinets with white uppers or marble countertops.Consider pairing it with pure whites (SW Extra White or Ice Cube) for cabinets and trim to keep the space fresh.
Living Room
In living spaces Morning Fog can be dressed up or down. It works with both bold accents and soft neutrals.Charcol or navy pillows and art can make a statement, oryou can keep it neutral with creams and greens.
Bathroom
It can pair with white or gray tiles and fixtures for a cool, contemporary feel. However, a 100% gray scheme can feel chilly or monochrome.
To warm it, use warm wood accents (vanity, shelves), natural elements (plants), or warm-metal fixtures (brass/gold hardware). Ensuring ample light (skylight or good lighting) will prevent the room from feeling too dark. Overall, Morning Fog in a bathroom feels very modern.
Cabinets & Furniture
Other than walls, Morning Fog is popular for painted cabinetry, furniture, and trim. It works for kitchen islands, bathroom vanities, or built-in.
Exterior
Morning Fog can be used outside on siding or trim for a modern look. Morning Fog’s gray with a slight blue undertone works well on stucco or smooth panels. However, because it’s relatively dark and cool, it needs plenty of light to avoid looking dingy.
Ideally use it on a facade with good southern exposure or mix it with lighter trim colors to maintain brightness. It can give an exterior a sleek, architectural feel.
Coordinating Colors and Palettes
Because Morning Fog is a cool gray, it plays well with a wide range of hues. Here are some tried-and-true pairings:
White and Off-White Trim
For clean modern contrast crips white is best. For example, Sherwin SW Extra White (SW 7006) or Alabaster (SW 7008) trim against Morning Fog is classic. In more vintage or cottage schemes, Heavenly White (SW 6553) or Original White (SW 7077) also work beautifully.
Beiges and Warmer Neutrals
To make the room feel warm pair with greige or beige. Sherwin’s Accessible Beige (SW 7036) or Accessible Beige is the best greyish and beigy color,I always these two ,when someone ask me for beigy and greyish colors.
Other warm neutrals like Sedate Gray (SW 6169) or Ice Cube (SW 6252) make a calm palette. Plan-Home notes Truly Taupe (SW 6038) and Warm Stone (SW 7032) as complementary warmer tones. These provide gentle warmth against the cool gray.
Monochromatic Grays
Use lighter or darker grays for monochrome look. Lighter gray Lazy Gray (SW 6254, LRV 53) is in the same family and just brighter. Darker steel grays like Steely Gray (SW 7664) or Network Gray (SW 7073) can be accent walls or furniture pieces. This creates a cohesive, tonal scheme (monochromatic) that’s calming but not boring.
Bold Accent Colors
Morning Fog’s neutrality makes bright colors really stand out. Jewel tones like sapphire blue will look fantastic.
For example, a turquoise throw pillow or magenta vase will “sing” against these gray walls. Even a bold accent wall (in navy or teal) can anchor a room. Sherwin’s Commodore (SW 6524) or Irresistible (SW 6562) are vivid trim/door colors one might use with Morning Fog.
Muted Greens and Blues
For a soft palette, pair with muted organic hues. Sage greens, soft blues, or lavender can complement the cool gray undertone. Pale greens (SW Comfort Gray 6205) or dusty blues (SW Relaxed Khaki 6211 with green undertone) create a peaceful environment. Pink-beige or blush accents (think warm mauves like Studio Mauve SW 0062) can serve as a subtle complementary palette.
Wood Tones & Metals
Morning Fog “complements both light and dark wood tones”. Natural wood floors, wicker baskets, or rattan furniture warm up the gray. For instance, brass hardware against Morning Fog cabinetry adds a luxe touch, while black fixtures create graphic contrast.
In short, soft palettes (neutrals and pastels) highlight Morning Fog’s subtlety, while bold palettes (deep blues, chartreuses, corals) use it as a neutral backdrop for a pop. You can build a Scandinavian/modern look with whites and woods, or a more eclectic look with color accents – Morning Fog is a neutral chameleon.
Comparisons to Similar Colors
Morning Fog vs. Uncertain Gray (SW 6234)
Both are medium grays, but their feels differ. Morning Fog is cooler (bluer), whereas Uncertain Gray has a warmer cast. Their LRV’s are almost identical (42 vs. 43). In practice, Uncertain Gray may read slightly greige or creamy in warm light, while Morning Fog stays distinctly gray-blue.
Home reviewers note that Morning Fog “leans toward the cooler side” compared to Uncertain Gray. If you’re deciding between them, order samples: Morning Fog will appear a bit bluer.
Morning Fog vs. Lazy Gray (SW 6254)
Lazy Gray is a lighter gray with a warmer undertone. It has a higher LRV (53), so it’s noticeably paler. Use Lazy Gray where you want more light reflection; it has a soft greige cast. Morning Fog, by contrast, is darker (LRV 42) and cooler.
For a small room, Lazy Gray might make it feel larger, whereas Morning Fog adds more depth. Both are serene grays, but Lazy Gray feels slightly creamier, and Morning Fog looks cleaner/ cooler.
Morning Fog vs. Agreeable Gray (SW 7029)
Agreeable Gray is Sherwin’s all-time most popular gray. However, Agreeable Gray is much lighter (LRV 60) and definitely greige (warm beige undertone). Agreeable Gray reads as a very light greige, while Morning Fog is a mid-tone cool gray. I noted that Agreeable Gray’s slight beige tint making it universally appealing, whereas Morning Fog clearly carries blue. So they are quite different in tone.
Benjamin Moore “equivalents”:
Exact cross-brand matches are tricky, but a few BM grays come close. Benjamin Moore Silver Dollar (OC‑33) is often mentioned; it is a cool gray with an LRV ~44 (slightly higher than Morning Fog). When compared side by side, Silver Dollar looks a bit lighter and more neutral, while Morning Fog shows its blue undertones.
BM Gull Wing Gray (2134-50) and Silver Spring (2120-50) are also near in hue (soft blue-grays). Plan-Home comparisons show BM Gentle Gray (1626) as similar, though Gentle Gray is lighter (LRV ~57). In short, Morning Fog is its own tone: for a Benjamin Moore, think of a mid-tone gray like Silver Dollar or Silver Spring, but always test in person.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Morning Fog good for bathrooms?
Yes – it creates a bold, modern look, especially in loft/high-tech or spa-style bathrooms. However, because it’s a cooler, mid-tone gray, you should balance it with warmth. In practice, Morning Fog can look cold if used alone in a bath.
To keep it inviting, introduce warm accents: wood vanities or floors, brass fixtures, plants, or warm lighting. Plenty of natural or good artificial light will also prevent it from feeling too dark. Many designers praise it in baths, as long as you soften the space with natural elements.
What style of decor suits Morning Fog?
Morning Fog is very versatile, but it excels in modern, Scandinavian, minimalist, and loft-style interiors. Its cool neutrality fits clean, contemporary schemes. It also works in eclectic or transitional rooms as a neutral base. Think Nordic modern, contemporary farmhouse, or urban loft as perfect matches.
In contrast, in very traditional Victorian interiors it might feel out of place unless balanced with warmer trim and fabrics.
Is Morning Fog gray or beige?
Morning Fog is decidedly gray. It has no warm beige undertone. Instead, it’s often called a blue-gray or silver-gray. Both plan-home and decor bloggers emphasize its blue/neutral undertones.
Even when it can pick up a hint of green in some lights, it never reads as tan or cream. So if you want a true gray (not greige) with a bit of depth, Morning Fog fits. If you want a warm greige, look at Agreeable Gray or Accessible Beige instead.
What is the prettiest shade of gray by Sherwin-Williams?
“Prettiest” is subjective, but one of Sherwin’s best-selling grays is Agreeable Gray (SW 7029). It is praised as a very versatile, flattering gray with subtle beige undertones, making it almost universally appealing. In fact, design experts call Agreeable Gray Sherwin’s “most popular gray paint” because it works in nearly any room.
Other widely loved grays include Repose Gray (SW 7015) and Mindful Gray (SW 7016), but for neutrality and warmth, many point to Agreeable Gray as a top choice. Remember, the “prettiest” gray depends on your light and style: Morning Fog itself is a strong contender if you want a cooler, bluish-gray.
What is Benjamin Moore’s equivalent to Sherwin Morning Fog?
There isn’t an official one-for-one match, but colors like Benjamin Moore Silver Dollar (OC-33) and Silver Spring (2120-50) are frequently mentioned as similar mid-tone blues-gray.
Silver Dollar is a good reference—it’s lighter (LRV ~44) and cooler, while Morning Fog is just a shade darker. Another close BM shade is Pigeon Gray (1463), which has a similar steel-gray cast. If you’re set on BM, get swatches of these and view them in your space; no online match is perfect.
SW Morning Fog vs. Lazy Gray – how to choose?
Use Lazy Gray (SW 6254) if you need more brightness. Lazy Gray has a higher LRV (53) and a warmer hint, so it keeps spaces lighter but still neutral. Morning Fog (LRV 42) is the richer, cooler sibling.
In a small or low-light room, Lazy Gray might feel airier, whereas Morning Fog would cozy up the space. If your room has plenty of light and you want that cool moody feel, stick with Morning Fog.
In summary, Morning Fog SW 6255 is a cool, mid-tone gray that offers a serene, contemporary vibe.
