Drift Of Mist and Gossamer Veil: the documented difference
Drift Of Mist has an LRV of 69; Sherwin-Williams Gossamer Veil SW-9165 is 62. The difference is 7 points, with Drift Of Mist returning more light under the reference measurement. Choose by the material relationship as well as the number. Drift of Mist is lighter than Gossamer Veil and close to Pale Oak in reflectance, without being established as a formula match. Gossamer Veil is a cool gray with a misty, relatively light appearance.
| Color | Brand / code | LRV |
|---|---|---|
| Drift Of Mist | Sherwin-Williams SW-9166 | 69 |
| Gossamer Veil | Sherwin-Williams SW-9165 | 62 |
The choice beside white trim and pale oak
Connected spaces often differ more in light and fixed materials than the sample chips suggest, making the weakest-lit room an important constraint.
Set up both candidates with white trim and pale oak. Use equal-sized boards with the intended finishes and place them in the same orientation. Do not put one directly beside a window and leave the other in shadow. A difference that follows the position rather than the board is a lighting observation, not evidence that the formula changed.
What the comparison can—and cannot—settle
For a second point of reference, Egret White is recorded at LRV 70. The undertones and neighboring colors covers that related choice.
Compare one board in each connected space at the same time so the decision reflects the weakest light as well as the best. Assess Drift Of Mist and Gossamer Veil alone as well as side by side. The unchosen board will not remain in the finished room, and a preference created only by that neighbor may not survive its removal. Before ordering samples, compare room-planning features in the paint color visualizer roundup.
Sources & notes
Color specifications: Sherwin-Williams Drift Of Mist SW-9166. The recorded LRV is 69. Named comparison values come from the respective manufacturers; material schemes are editorial suggestions.
This guide reviews published color information and proposes practical sample checks. It does not claim first-hand paint testing or customer-review scores. Sherwin-Williams does not sponsor or endorse this site. Product names and trademarks belong to their respective owners. Confirm the color in a physical sample and select the coating for the actual surface and finish.