Sherwin Williams Drift of Mist is one of my top picks for a soothing and subtle greige paint color. It has just the perfect balance of warmth to exhibit a timeless appeal in any home.

However, it may not seem as easy as it sounds! Believe it or not – picking the best neutral paint color for your home is not easy! 

Some neutrals come with sneaky undertones and some have the probability to look dull. Well, let’s say, we just have to figure out if Drift of Mist Sherwin Williams would be your perfect match! 

This paint color is genuinely popular and you’ll find many SW Drift of Mist inspirations online. I have personally used this color for a couple of projects and have been amazed at how different it may look in different spaces! 

It’s tricky but you’ll definitely love it! So, let’s get started and observe what this Drift of Mist review has to offer! 

What Color is Sherwin Williams Drift of Mist?

Sherwin Williams Drift of Mist is a soft, creamy, and cozy, warm gray or greige paint color that has a perfect balance of warmth and crispness. Yes, it’s neither very warm nor very cool and doesn’t have any yellow undertones. Isn’t that bliss?

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Is Drift of Mist Gray or Beige?

Drift of Mist Sherwin Williams is a popular ‘greige’ paint color that has a perfect blend of gray and beige. This color lies somewhere between the beige and gray which makes the paint neither very cool nor very warm. It appears soft and creamy beige in the south-facing rooms whereas a muddy (not icy) gray in the north-facing rooms. If you place a SW Drift of Mist swatch against SW Accessible Beige – you’ll find the color on the cooler end. Whereas place it against SW Passive to observe how warm it appears!

Is Sherwin Williams Drift of Mist Warm or Cool?

Drift of Mist by Sherwin Williams is truly a warm gray paint color that also has the tendency to look cooler in the north-facing rooms. It’s light, breezy, and airy – hence, can also be classified under ‘off-white’ greige paint colors. All in all, this is a medium warm color that’s not very warm nor very cool! 

Sherwin Williams Drift of Mist Undertones

Sherwin Williams Drift of Mist has a notable green undertone – which may not be very dominant but rather sneaky! So, if you’re looking for a true greige neutral, you might have to turn around your head! On the other hand, if you love the feel of greens (which, BTW is quite trending) – you might absolutely love this paint color. Although note that the green undertone doesn’t show up at all times!

Let’s see how this paint color behaves in different lighting conditions at different times of the day! 

• In the north-facing rooms, SW Drift of Mist may come off cool and crisp leaning towards the gray. However, not a very icy gray color. The warmth in the paint color is bound to get shadowed! 
• In the south-facing rooms, you’re quite likely to observe the beautiful warmth that’s tucked in the color. Here is where SW Drift of Mist can potentially look warmer.
• In the east-facing rooms, you’ll see some considerable warmth in the mornings but as the afternoon comes, this color can most likely look flat and dull. 
• In the west-facing rooms, this paint color will look warmer and beige-like most of the day from afternoons until middle evenings. 

Note: If your window faces a lush front or back lawn, the green undertone in this color is quite likely to pop!

Drift of Mist LRV

Light Reflectance Value or LRV is an important aspect to consider when choosing the best neutral paint color for your home. This value determines how light or dark the paint color is – on a scale of 0-100. Hence, the lighter the paint color, the greater the LRV is! 

For SW Drift of Mist, the LRV is 69. This means that the paint color falls on the medium to lighter end of the scale. It can be considered as a lighter gray or lighter greige paint color that almost nears the ‘off-white’ category! (A darker off-white per se)

So, considering the LRV of Drift of Mist by Sherwin Williams, here are a few do’s and don’ts to have an eye on! 

• In rooms with little incoming natural light or artificial light, this color can probably look flat, dark, and dingy.
• In a bright room with excessive incoming light, this color has the tendency to wash off the undertones. 

What Color is One Shade Darker than Drift of Mist?

Sherwin Williams Repose Gray is one shade darker than SW Drift of Mist. If you want just a touch of heaviness and depth in Drift of Mist, you can even choose SW Gossamer Veil which can hold itself quite well in rooms with excessive natural light. Two colors that are slightly darker than SW Drift of Mist are –

• Sherwin Williams Repose Gray SW 7015
• Sherwin Williams Mindful Gray SW 7016

Is Drift of Mist Lighter than Agreeable Gray?

Yes, SW Drift of Mist is lighter than SW Agreeable Gray. And the difference is considerably high! The former paint color has an LRV of 69 whereas the latter lies at 60. Even though they both fall in the medium to the medium light category, SW Agreeable Gray is a notable greige neutral that holds immense depth and heaviness. Whereas SW Drift of Mist is somewhat a darker off-white paint color!

Is Drift of Mist Darker than Gossamer Veil?

Drift of Mist by Sherwin Williams is lighter than SW Gossamer Veil. With an LRV of 62, Gossamer Veil holds optimum depth and color which can simply not fade away in excessive natural light. However, in darker rooms, Drift of Mist has the potential to look dull and dingy as compared to SW Gossamer Veil. 

Can I Use Sherwin Williams Drift of Mist Paint for the Whole House?

Yes! Definitely you can use SW Drift of Mist in the whole house. And with this, I meant the common walls of your home! For instance, the hallway walls and the walls of the common spaces can incorporate Drift of Mist paint color. However, painting all the walls in this color comes with a few do’s and don’ts. Let’s see what they are!

SW Drift of Mist must only be used in the whole house if you have ample square footage and natural light entering through. Well, this color can potentially look dull in rooms with little light or smaller square footage! Hence, with ample light and space – you’re definitely going to see the best of Sherwin Williams Drift of Mist. 

How to Use Sherwin Williams Drift of Mist Paint?

Sherwin Williams Drift of Mist can be used beautifully as a BASE in your home. Well, there are two ways to make the most use of Drift of Mist! Firstly, you can choose to paint all the walls of your room in this color which applies to small, medium, or larger-sized rooms. And secondly, you can pair this modern neutral color with darker-toned colors on the accent wall, cabinetry, vanity, built-in shelves, and wall paneling!

Here’s a well-curated pre-made color palette that I have created for SW Drift of Mist on Etsy! It enlists all the exact colors that pair with Drift of Mist including how and where to use them in your whole house color palette. I have included 5 color palettes (with Drift of Mist and complementary hues) along with how to use each of those paint colors in various areas of your home. You’ll also get the detailed MATERIAL and FABRIC palette with each of SW Drift of Mist color palettes! 

Here’s where you can find it – Sherwin Williams DRIFT OF MIST

Where to Use SW Drift of Mist Paint?

Drift of Mist Sherwin Williams can be used as a neutral or base. To name a few, here’s a list of ways to creatively use SW Drift of Mist in your home!

• Living Room Walls
• Walls of Common Spaces
• Dining Room Walls
• Kitchen Cabinets
• Foyer Cabinets
• Laundry Room Cabinets
• Bedroom Walls
• Exterior Walls
• Ceiling and Trims
• Wall Paneling
• Bathroom Walls
• Entryway Door (Interiors and Exteriors)

What Colors Go Well With Sherwin Williams Drift of Mist?

SW Drift of Mist is a warm gray color with deep sneaky green undertones. And since it’s not a true neutral, you might have to be careful what you pair with! Note that the green undertone in this color can unexpectedly pop – hence, disrupting the color palette. So, with SW Drift of Mist, you can choose both the warm as well as cool-toned palettes.

Generally, SW Drift of Mist coordinating colors are soft whites, gray with blue or green undertones, taupe, bronze, dark charcoal gray, black, and greiges. Looking for the exact paint color names? 

Well, here’s a list of Sherwin Williams soft Whites and Off-Whites that go with Sherwin Williams Drift of Mist – 

1. Sherwin Williams Pure White SW 7005
2. Sherwin Williams High Reflective White SW 7757
3. Sherwin Williams Crushed Ice SW 7647
4. Sherwin Williams Big Chill SW 7648
5. Sherwin Williams Eider White SW 7014

Here’s a list of Sherwin Williams Blue-Grays that go with Sherwin Williams Drift of Mist –

1. Sherwin Williams Moody Blue SW 6221
2. Sherwin Williams Stardew SW 9138
3. Sherwin Williams Serious Gray SW 6256
4. Sherwin Williams Naval SW 6244

Moving on, here’s a list of Sherwin Williams Greens that go with Sherwin Williams Drift of Mist – 

1. Sherwin Williams Pewter Green SW 6208
2. Sherwin Williams Evergreen Fog SW 9130
3. Sherwin Williams Sea Salt SW 6204

Taupe and greige paint colors work amazingly well with SW Drift of Mist! Yes, they’re a must recommend for a monochromatic palette. Here’s a list of taupes and greige paint colors that complement Drift of Mist – 

1. Sherwin Williams Gossamer Veil SW 9165
2. Sherwin Williams Repose Gray SW 7015
3. Sherwin Williams Urbane Bronze SW 7048
4. Sherwin Williams Dovetail SW 7018

Here’s a list of Sherwin Williams Grays and Black paint colors that go with Sherwin Williams Drift of Mist –

1. Sherwin Williams Peppercorn SW 7674
2. Sherwin Williams Summit Gray SW 7669
3. Sherwin Williams Tricorn Black SW 6258
4. Sherwin Williams Iron Ore SW 7069

What Trim Colors Go With Sherwin Williams Drift of Mist?

SW Drift of Mist is a dusty off-white color with an inclination for a beige or gray base, depending upon the lighting conditions. Also, since we have discussed the sneaky green undertones, picking the best trim color may not be quite easy! So, in my opinion – you must choose from the following trim colors for SW Drift of Mist! 

• Sherwin Williams Pure White

If you’re looking for a softer and creamy approach, pick SW Pure White with Drift of Mist paint. This will create a warm and welcoming appeal without letting the gray or beige in the paint color protrude. You must use this color for all the ceilings, trims, crown moldings, door and window frames. 

• Sherwin Williams High Reflective White

If you’re looking for a crisper and cleaner approach, pick SW High Reflective White with Drift of Mist paint. This crisp bright white paint will make the Drift of Mist look heavier with ample depth! 

• Benjamin Moore Chantilly Lace

BM Chantilly Lace is another clean and bright white paint that works wonderfully with Drift of Mist paint color. In the case of traditional, classical, and modern farmhouse design styles – this trim color will never disappoint you! 

• Behr Ultra Pure White

Lightest and cleanest of them all, Behr Ultra Pure White is clean and bright white paint that makes the ceilings appear higher. A must-recommend for Drift of Mist paint color! 

• Sherwin Williams Drift of Mist

Wondering why I would add Drift of Mist here. Well, using the same paint color for all the walls, ceiling, and trims make a great modern and contemporary palette. So, if you’re looking for a high-end look, consider the same color for all surfaces. 

Can I paint the walls, ceiling, and trims in SW Drift of Mist? Well, Yes! 

Where to Use SW Drift of Mist in Homes?

Finally, it’s here! Tons and tons of inspirations to take inspiration from. Well, now that we’ve discussed how to use Drift of Mist paint in your home, let’s take a sneak peek into the real-time examples. 

Drift of Mist Kitchen Cabinets

Keep in mind the Drift of Mist coordinating colors to add a sense of visual interest in your kitchen and other rooms. This Drift of Mist kitchen is calm, soothing, light, airy, and extremely breezy (because the size is large with ample light pouring in). Use the off-white greige color on both the upper as well as lower cabinets and throw in a bold color for the island table for a striking interest. 

Drift of Mist Exterior

@PaintFlowerMound

Drift of Mist color scheme for exteriors can be further enhanced when you consider the materials as well. And this color is definitely something to have an eye on! It pairs beautifully with clean whites on the trims and railings and a gray-brown tile for the roof. 

Drift of Mist Living Room

@HouseofSixHarts

SW Drift of Mist in the living room pairs beautifully with warm wood tones. Hence, a great recommendation even if you have taller ceiling heights and medium-toned hardwood floors. Excessive light may wash off the undertones and depth – so, always aim for adequate light to enter! 

Drift of Mist Dining Room

@Celestedavonne

This Drift of Mist dining room looks quite sumptuous, welcoming, and warm. The color on the walls complement wood furniture and a couple of indoor plants styled around. You can always add wall paneling to add extra depth to the walls! 

Drift of Mist Entryway Door

If you’re painting the whole house in a cleaner or softer white paint color, you can choose SW Drift of Mist for the entryway door, trims, and crown molding! This will essentially add more depth to your home! 

Drift of Mist Bathroom

@xsbaggage

Drift of Mist bathrooms look undeniably timeless, classic, and versatile. Although note that the green undertone is quite likely to protrude in such smaller spaces with low lighting conditions. 

Drift of Mist Bedroom

Whenever in doubt – pick Drift of Mist paint on the bedroom walls. It’s classic and will easily blend with any decor and style. Got hardwood floors? Check Drift of Mist. Got modern style? It will work. Got a traditional style? Yes, it will work! 

SW Drift of Mist Equivalent Colors

Comparing colors is always helpful since you get the idea of the true undertones of a paint color. After all, that’s how we know how a paint color is lighter/darker or warmer/cooler than the others! 

Here, two closely similar paint colors are Sherwin Williams City Loft and Sherwin Williams Agreeable Gray.

Let’s see how they differ!

Drift of Mist Vs City Loft

SW City Loft and SW Drift of Mist look like twins, don’t they? Well, but that can’t be true since no two colors can exactly be the same. There is always some feature that segregates the paint colors! Here, it’s somewhat the Light Reflectance Value and teeny-tiny undertones.

SW City Loft has an LRV of 70 – making it slightly darker than SW Drift of Mist. And secondly, the latter color has notable green undertones whereas the former appears slightly warm beige!

Drift of Mist Vs Agreeable Gray

The difference here is quite notable! SW Agreeable Gray has an LRV of 60 – making it quite dark as compared to Drift of Mist paint color. The undertones are similar so, always ensure the size and scale of the room you intend to use the paint color in. 

Sherwin Williams Drift of Mist Takeaway

Are you ready to flaunt those walls in Sherwin Williams Drift of Mist? You’re quite likely to like this color on the walls, cabinets, built-in shelves, and exteriors. So, without any delay, paint that fresh coat of this greige color and let your home feel refreshed again! 

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