Ref. #D3CEC4 · 9165
Gossamer Veil
62%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Gossamer Veil Technical Profile
What color is Gossamer Veil? It's a light warm gray with the hex code #D3CEC4. Colors similar to Gossamer Veil include Benjamin Moore Collingwood, Dunn-Edwards Miner's Dust, PPG Whiskers. Gossamer Veil has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 62, Gossamer Veil sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. As a warm neutral, Gossamer Veil pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Gossamer Veil
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Gossamer Veil
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Gossamer Veil
#D3CEC4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A7AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Gossamer Veil
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Gossamer Veil Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Gossamer Veil.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Gossamer Veil — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Gossamer Veil have?
Gossamer Veil by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Gossamer Veil from other brands?
The closest matches are Collingwood by Benjamin Moore (#D4CFC5), Miner's Dust by Dunn-Edwards (#D3CEC5), Whiskers by PPG (#D1CCC2). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Gossamer Veil?
Gossamer Veil has an LRV of 62.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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