Evergreen Fog by Sherwin Williams (SW 9130) has quickly become one of the most beloved hues in the world of interior design, and for good reason. This soft, muted green with cool gray undertones strikes the perfect balance between serene and sophisticated, making it an ideal choice for creating spaces that feel both timeless and contemporary.
Whether you’re looking to refresh a living room, bedroom, or kitchen, Evergreen Fog offers a versatile, calming backdrop that complements a wide range of design styles—from modern minimalism to rustic charm.
In this blog post, we’ll explore why Evergreen Fog is more than just a passing trend, but a color that can transform any room into a serene sanctuary. And why it was so popular that it was Sherwin Williams’ Color of the Year in 2022!
Evergreen Fog Stats
Here are the details that make Evergreen Fog what it is:
- Red: 149
- Green: 151
- Blue: 138
- Hex Value: #95978A
- Location Number:215-C4
- olor Family(s): Green
- Color Collections: West Elm (Fall/Winter), Colormix Forecast 2022 (Method), Rejuvenation (Fall/Winter), Colormix Forecast 2023 (Biome), Colormix Forecast 2024 (the Convergence of Blues & Greens), Gallery Series, Pottery Barn Kids Collection 2024, Pottery Barn Teen Collection
With it being part of so many collections it’s obvious how popular this color really is.
Evergreen Fog Undertones
I mentioned that Evergreen Fog has cool undertones, it actually has gray undertones. The gray keeps the color more muted than other greens.
LRV of Sherwin Williams Evergreen Fog
LRV stands for Light Reflective Value which measures the amount of light a color reflects. It’s a scale from 0-100 with zero being the darkest black and 100 being the brightest white.
Evergreen Fog sits at 30 making it a darker mid-toned color.
How Light Affects Evergreen Fog
Light can make a big difference when you look at a color. Here are some details on how light affects every color:
- North-facing rooms have a light that tends to be a little cooler in nature and will come off slightly blue. Light colors will be a bit more muted or washed out while darker colors will be stunning.
- East-facing rooms will have brighter light in the morning and less in the evenings. The evening light will be a bit cooler. In the morning with sunrise, the bright sun will be warm. Warm color palettes are great for these spaces because they will help balance the cool feel of the evenings.
- South-facing rooms have consistent warm light throughout the day. The light really shows off the colors, dark will be very bright, and light colors will shine. Both warm and cool color palettes look good in a south-facing room.
- West-facing rooms have warm light in the evening and cooler light in the morning. Basically, it’s the opposite of east-facing.
Now I am going to blow your mind…Evergreen Fog isn’t affected much at all by light! This is one of those rare colors that really keeps it’s color no matter what type of light you have.
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How to know if a paint color is right for you?
The best way to judge if a color is good for you then you will want to put a swatch on the wall and look at it over a few days. Look at it in different lights and decide if you really like it.
You can do this by getting a sample from the paint store and using a brush to put it up on the walls, but then you are left with a can that you can’t do anything with. Those samples are used with poor quality paint and aren’t meant for use on your walls permanently.
I recommend going with Samplize. They are a company that will send you a 12X12 peel and stick swatch of a paint color that you can stick to the wall. When you are done just peel it off and throw it away.
It’s easy and much less messy!
Evergreen Fog Whole Home Color Palette
Is Evergreen Fog a good color for the exterior?
Evergreen Fog is a great color for the exterior but it sometimes can be hard to pair with brick and stone. But if you want to go with a green Evergreen Fog would be a great choice.
The Best Place to Use it
You can use Evergreen Fog in any room but because it’s so calming I think it’s perfect in a bedroom or bathroom.
It’s also great when paired with different metallics and light grays such as below with the headboard and light fixtures.
It’s also great on the exterior and pairs really well with black and white accents. The gray stone also looks good with it. I would stay away from brick though.
Bathrooms need to be relaxing so using Evergreen Fog would be a great choice.
What colors pair well with Sherwin Williams Evergreen Fog?
Evergreen Fog pairs really well with white/off-white as well as darker colors like black or warm browns.
What is the best white to use on the trim?
Stay away from whites that are overly warm. They can look yellow next to Evergreen Fog.
The best ones I believe you should choose from are Pure White, High Reflective White, or Benjamin Moore White Dove.
What colors are similar to Sherwin Williams Evergreen Fog?
Evergreen Fog vs. Acacia Haze
These two are very similar but Acacia Haze has blue in the undertones where Evergreen Fog does not. Both are cool greens. Evergreen Fog is also a tad darker, but not much.
Evergreen Fog vs. Benjamin Moore October Mist
Evergreen fog is a cool green and October Mist is a warm green. They also have very different LRV’s, Evergreen Fog is at 30 and October Mist is at 46 making it considerably lighter.
Evergreen Fog vs. Benjamin Moore Heather Gray
The big difference between these two is that Heather Gray as more blue in it making it cooler than Evergreen Fog. Heather Gray is also a touch lighter.
Evergreen Fog vs. Clary Sage
Clary Sage has more yellow undertones making it a warm green whereas Evergreen Fog is more cool or neutral. It’s also a bit lighter with an LRV of 41 compared to Evergreen Fog’s 30.
Evergreen Fog vs. Silver Sage
Silver Sage is considerably lighter than Evergreen Fog with an LRV of 63.26. Both have gray undertones.
Evergreen Fog vs. Halcyon Green
These colors are quite different as you can see. Halcyon Green has a strong dose of blue and when next to Evergreen Fog makes it look warm.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Does Evergreen Fog ever look gray?
No, it has a lot of gray in it but it won’t ever look gray.
Is Evergreen Fog still popular?
Oh yes it is! As the color of the year in 2022 Evergreen Fog is very popular and will be for many years.
What color walls should go with Evergreen Fog?
If you use Evergreen Fog on cabinets I would go with a light color on the walls such as a white or off-white. Greige would also look good.
Does Evergreen Fog look good on cabinets?
Evergreen Fog looks amazing on cabinets! It has enough depth of color to make a statement but not enough to steal the show.
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