Dovetail
There is more to Sherwin-Williams Dovetail (7018) than the swatch alone: its depth, undertones and setting all shape the final impression. An LRV of 25.8 places it through the middle of the scale, where color and depth can remain visible as the light changes. 25 sourced room photos sit alongside 7 generated visualizations.
Hex
#908A83LRV
25.77
Dovetail's Color Strip
Dovetail is the fifth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Acier and Gauntlet Gray. The strip spans from Repose Gray at the lightest end to Black Fox at the deepest. Color strip 244 groups these shades together so you can see how each reads next to its neighbors.
Dovetail in Rooms
Follow Dovetail from one space to another and watch how light, scale and surrounding materials reshape its character. 25 sourced room photos sit alongside 7 generated visualizations.
7 Living Room Photos
7 living room images trace Dovetail (7018) through the room’s shift from daytime energy to evening calm. Its place within Top 50 Colors hints at the range of palettes it can inhabit.
Living room walls in Dovetail create a sophisticated gray tone.
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2 Bedroom Photos
1 sourced photo is joined by 1 generated visualization, offering both observed and imagined settings. Together they show Dovetail (7018) as inspiration rather than a promise of an identical result.
Bedroom painted in Dovetail provides a tranquil setting.
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Nursery walls in soft Dovetail create a peaceful sleep space.
@withhopeinmyhands
2 Kitchen Photos
Against stone, timber, tile and metal finishes, Dovetail (7018) may feel quieter, sharper or more atmospheric than the digital swatch alone. An LRV of 25.8 lets the color hold its identity across both brighter and more shaded parts of the room.
Kitchen cabinet doors in Dovetail offer understated elegance.
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Kitchen cabinets painted Dovetail complement white subway tile backsplash.
@lustigcabinets
1 Bathroom Photo
The contrast between bright mornings and quieter evening light can draw different notes from Dovetail (7018). The grey hue classifications suggest the subtle directions the color may take as the room changes.
Bathroom walls in soft gray Dovetail create a calming, spa-like atmosphere.
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2 Home Office Photos
Against wood, paper, shelving and upholstered seating, Dovetail (7018) may feel quieter, sharper or more atmospheric than the digital swatch alone. An LRV of 25.8 lets the color hold its identity across both brighter and more shaded parts of the room.
Desk and shelving stand out against walls painted in Dovetail.
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Office walls in Dovetail support focused, distraction-free work.
@carlaaston
6 House Photos
Against roofing, masonry, timber, planting and trim, Dovetail (7018) may feel quieter, sharper or more atmospheric than the digital swatch alone. An LRV of 25.8 lets the color hold its identity across both brighter and more shaded parts of the room.
Board-and-batten siding in Dovetail defines this home's classic exterior.
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1 Front Door Photo
Dovetail (7018) moves through 1 front door image without becoming a fixed prescription for the room. Its neutral temperature gives the surrounding palette unusual influence over the final mood.
Front door in Dovetail makes a subtle yet sophisticated statement.
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6 Misc Photos
The color’s movement from one type of space to another can draw different notes from Dovetail (7018). The grey hue classifications suggest the subtle directions the color may take as the room changes.
Hallway walls in Dovetail lead through this modern residence.
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2 Dining Room Photos
Viewed across 2 dining room images in a gathering space that can move from daylight to ceremony, Dovetail (7018) reveals how much color depends on scale, surface and shadow. An LRV of 25.8 lets the color hold its identity across both brighter and more shaded parts of the room.
Dining room walls in Dovetail provide an elegant neutral backdrop.
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Dark Dovetail walls in this dining room create intimate ambiance.
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3 Kitchen Cabinets Photos
In cabinetry, where color becomes part of the room’s architecture, the most interesting quality of Dovetail (7018) may be the way it responds to countertops, hardware, splashbacks and flooring. The grey hue classifications suggest the subtle directions the color may take as the room changes.
Kitchen cabinets in Dovetail offer timeless storage and style.
@tnrancher
Cabinetry painted Dovetail brings sophistication to kitchen design.
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Cabinet doors in Dovetail complement natural wood and marble counters.
@courtneyllauren
Expert Perspectives
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Coordinating Colors
At LRV 73 vs 26, Eider White is decisively the brighter choice.
Trim Color
At LRV 73 vs 26, Eider White is decisively the brighter choice.
Similar Colors
With LRVs of 28 and 26, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 26 vs 24), so neither reads brighter in a room.
With LRVs of 27 and 26, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 26 vs 26), so neither reads brighter in a room.
With LRVs of 28 and 26, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
With LRVs of 27 and 26, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
With LRVs of 26 and 24, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
Dovetail reads slightly lighter (LRV 26 vs 22), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
A 4-point LRV gap (30 vs 26) makes Summit Gray the marginally brighter of the two.
Complementary Colors
Dovetail reflects far more light (LRV 26 vs 6), opening up a space where Mount Etna encloses it.
Dovetail reflects far more light (LRV 26 vs 11), opening up a space where Rain Cloud encloses it.
Dovetail reflects far more light (LRV 26 vs 7), opening up a space where Sea Mariner encloses it.
Starry Night reflects far more light (LRV 69 vs 26), opening up a space where Dovetail encloses it.
A 5-point LRV gap (26 vs 20) makes Dovetail the marginally brighter of the two.
Color Codes
Manufacturer description
A warm, soothing gray that harmonizes well with other colors. Use it to anchor brighter hues in your space or enjoy it on its own as a palette cleanser.
Attributed to Sherwin-Williams catalog data.