Silverpointe SW 7653 Review: A Light, Airy Cool Gray

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Last Updated on September 1, 2026 by Cate

Sherwin-Williams Silverpointe SW 7653 is a light gray paint color with soft blue and green undertones that give it a fresh, airy feel. Cooler than many popular greiges, it creates a clean, modern look while still feeling inviting. Silverpointe works beautifully in bedrooms, bathrooms, living rooms, and whole-house color palettes, pairing well with crisp white trim, cool-toned flooring, brushed nickel finishes, and natural wood accents. It performs best in spaces with ample natural light, where its subtle undertones can shine without feeling too cool.

SILVERPOINTE SW 7653

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STATS

LRV – 64
HUE FAMILY: Green – Yellow CIE-L*Ch(ab) = 83.995 3.228 121.934°
Color Collections: Minimalist, Living Well – Reflect, Cool Neutrals

LRV

Silverpointe has an LRV of 64. As a quick refresher, I’ll explain what that means. LRV, or Light Reflectance Value, is a measurement commonly used by design professionals to measure how much light a surface reflects and absorbs. LRVs range from 0 -100, with 100 being pure white and 0 being absolute black. A great article to read to learn more about LRV is Light Reflectance Value: What Do Those Numbers Mean?

SILVERPOINTE COLOR STRIP

When people refer to a color strip, they mean the page or strip of the paint deck. And of course, the paint deck is the book that contains all the paint colors.

The color strip Silverpointe is on includes some other amazing paint colors.

Silverpointe SW 7653
Lattice SW 7654
Front Porch SW 7651
Tinsmith SW 7657
Silverplate SW 7649
Ellie Gray SW 7650
Stamped Concrete SW 7655

WHAT COLOR IS SILVERPOINTE?

Silverpointe is a light gray paint color. Quick and to the point, right? But it is exactly that. It’s a clean, crisp gray that leans a bit cooler than some other grays, but not so cool that it looks icy.

It has good depth, which lets it really shine.

WHAT ARE THE UNDERTONES OF SHERWIN WILLIAMS SILVERPOINTE?

Sherwin-Williams Silverpointe has green/blue undertones. That said, remember that how a color looks on your walls depends on what’s around it. For instance, flooring color, decor color scheme, the amount of light, etc.

Undertones are subjective, so it’s always wise to sample the paint color in your home. Silverpointe may look like the perfect “true gray” in someone else’s home, but in yours, it can appear more green-gray.

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IS IT A WARM OR COOL PAINT COLOR?

Silverpointe is a cool paint color. It’s not the coolest gray; it has a slight hint of warmth that makes it quite special.

Silverpointe family room — SW Silverpointe in a dimly lit room

My favorite way to really see a color is to compare it to another color you are familiar with. To show this, let’s compare Silverpointe with the very popular Benjamin Moore Revere Pewter.

When placed side by side, you can instantly tell which of the two colors is the cooler-toned, Silverpointe.

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SILVERPOINTE AND LIGHTING

Light plays an influential role in how a color looks and can change the appearance of almost any color. For this reason, it’s a good idea to be familiar with the lighting condition of the room you are choosing the right paint color for.

North-facing rooms – Light in North-facing rooms comes off cooler and sometimes somewhat bluish. Lighter colors appear more muted, while bolder colors show up better.

South-facing rooms– South-facing rooms tend to have consistently bright light throughout the day. Warm and cool tones work with south-facing light. This light intensifies colors, so darker colors will seem more vivid while softer colors will almost look like they are radiating.

East-facing rooms– East-facing rooms have the brightest light in the mornings, with a yellow-orange tone. If you use an east-facing room regularly in the evenings, a warm palette can help offset the lack of natural light.

West-facing rooms- Early evening is when West-facing rooms have the most favorable light. Warmer tones might seem a bit strong because of the red-orange tones the light gives off. However, if the room is used mainly in the mornings, the colors won’t seem as intense.

Silverpointe wall — Sherwin Williams Silverpointe Wall

As much as lighting plays a major part in how a paint color can look at times, there are other factors you simply cannot forget about.

For example, the color of your decor, furniture, fixtures, cabinetry, and floors. These elements can affect how a paint color looks in your room.

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WHAT IS THE BEST TRIM COLOR FOR SILVERPOINTE?

I love seeing Sherwin Williams Silverpointe paired with a bright white trim. It gives off such an elegant vibe. A bright white will allow it to really pop and show how beautiful it is. My picks for bright white paint colors are SW Extra White and SW Snowbound.

Even though white is the most popular choice for trim color, don’t think you’re limited to it. You can go bold and choose black for your trim. Or if you want a monochromatic look, try using Silverpointe in a different sheen as a trim color. The possibilities are endless. Always find a look you love and run with it.

I’d also like to add that it’s a fantastic paint color to go with dark wood trim!

WHERE TO USE SW SILVERPOINTE

BEDROOM

Silverpointe is one of the best color options for a bedroom. Why? Because it’s cool-toned, and you know that cool-toned colors are known to promote calmness and relaxation. That is why they are often used in spas.

Living Room

Janene @champagneandsawdust on Instagram used SW Silverpointe in her living room, and the photo speaks for itself. It absolutely is the perfect gray in her space.

I also love the color with the light wood floors.

And can we take a moment to appreciate how beautiful her space is? Not only is Janene a talented designer, but she’s also a badass builder. If you are looking for some serious inspiration, go give her a follow on Instagram.

Silverpointe painted Living Room view — Janene @champagneandsawdust on Instagram

IS SW SILVERPOINTE A GOOD PAINT COLOR FOR THE EXTERIOR?

Silverpointe may not be the best option for a home’s exterior, depending on what you are going for. As we know, paint colors appear lighter on the exterior because of direct natural sunlight. With a color like Silverpointe and this depth, it may be hard to keep it looking true in direct sunlight. They can wash out and look noncommittal.

A mid-toned gray like Mindful Gray has more depth and can stand up better to the exterior. Looking for a slightly darker gray? Try Sherwin Williams Dovetail.

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I know I sound like a broken record, but testing paint samples is the only true way to see how a paint color will act in your home. That is why you absolutely must sample your paint colors!

Let’s talk about testing paint samples.

Before committing to a paint color, I highly recommend testing it in your own home first. Lighting can completely change how a color looks. I love using Samplize peel-and-stick samples because they’re mess-free and so much easier than buying sample pots.

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BENJAMIN MOORE EQUIVALENT TO SILVERPOINTE

The closest Benjamin Moore equivalent to Silverpointe I found was

GRAY OWL

These two are not dupes. Yes, they are similar, but they are not the same paint color. They are both beautiful, but if you are trying to interchange one for the other, think again.

If you’re considering color-matching between paint brands, I highly recommend buying a sample first. Sometimes, when you color-match between paint manufacturers, the colors don’t come out accurately. This is because each brand uses different formulas to create its paint colors.

The best option is to choose within the brand’s paint color lines. This way you know what you are getting.

COORDINATING COLORS

Silverpointe coordinates well with plenty of different colors. Some colors I find that look great with it are:

Moonlit Orchid SW 9153
Pure White SW
Cornwall Slate SW 9131
Magnetic Gray SW 7653
Extra White SW

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SILVERPOINTE VS AGREEABLE GRAY

Agreeable Gray has an LRV of 60
Agreeable Gray is also a warm gray or greige paint color.
SW Agreeable Gray has a predominantly mild green undertone, whereas Silverpointe has a blue-green undertone.
Both gray paint colors are very versatile to use throughout your home.
Silverpointe is cooler and crisper.

READ MORE: AGREEABLE GRAY PAINT COLOR REVIEW

SILVERPOINTE VS REPOSE GRAY

Repose Gray has an LRV of 58
Repose Gray is warmer toned and a bit darker.
As for undertones, Repose Gray can lean more towards violet or blue.
Side by side, you can see how there is more warmth in Repose Gray.

READ MORE: REPOSE GRAY PAINT COLOR REVIEW

SILVERPOINTE VS SILVER STRAND

Silver Strand hue family: Green-yellow, leaning towards green
Silver Strand is a tiny bit darker and has an LRV of 59
Both colors are crisper, cleaner grays
Silver Strand leans a bit more toward green undertones

SILVERPOINT VS SILVERPLATE

Silverplate Hue family: green-yellow, leaning closer towards yellow
SW Silverplate has an LRV of 53
Silverplate is the darker of the two
Silverplate has a little more warmth, making Silverpointe the cooler and cleaner color.

SILVERPOINTE VS GRAY OWL

As I mentioned earlier, Gray Owl and Silverpointe are the closest in similarities between Sherwin Williams and Benjamin Moore. But they are not dupes. Here’s how they differ.

Gray Owl hue family: green-yellow, closer to the yellow side
Gray Owl is a hair lighter, and I mean a hair
Silverpointe is a bit cooler-toned and can pull or show blue
Silverpointe has an LRV of 64
Gray Owl has an LRV of 65.77

READ MORE: BM GRAY OWL REVIEW

SILVERPOINTE VS LATTICE

Lattice hue family: green-yellow
Lattice has an LRV of 61
Lattice is a tad darker
of the two paint colors, SP is cooler. Only a touch, though
Lattice has a bit more yellow, which is why it is slightly warmer.

RECAP

Since I just threw a ton of information at you, I’ll give you a quick Silverpointe SW 7653 color review to refresh your memory.

Silverpointe has an LRV of 64
Hue family is green-yellow
Color Collections: Minimalist, Living Well-Reflect, Cool Neutrals
has blue-leaning undertones.
is a crisp cool-toned gray
It has similarities to Benjamin Moore Gray Owl
looks amazing when paired with a bright white trim color
It can be easily coordinated with
it’s the perfect paint color for a bedroom
the best way to sample is with SAMPLIZE Peel & Stick Paint Samples.

FINAL THOUGHTS

Overall, I think I may have found a new paint color to love. Sherwin Williams Silverpoint SW 7653 has it all. It’s a light gray that leans a bit cool-toned. It is clean and crisp, with a beautiful presence in a room.

This elegant paint color will make your room feel light and airy. It’s an absolute winner in my eyes.

If you are sensitive to cooler tones and prefer a bit more warmth in your gray, Silverpointe may not be for you. But if you are willing to embrace and love a subtle cool-toned gray, I say get a sample of it right away.

One last note before you run. You cannot judge paint colors against a phone or computer screen. What you see on a screen are pixels, and pixels are not paint. You need a paint sample to properly evaluate your paint colors. Sampling is the only way you can see what the paint will look like in your home. Please do not skip this step! It’s a common painting mistake you can easily avoid.

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Remember, color is relative; none of it stands alone in a room. Everything from flooring color to decor affects how the paint color looks.

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