5 Dark (But Not Daunting) Paint Colors
This was my first experience with a dark wall color several years ago, and I've been hooked ever since. Stunning by Benjamin Moore is one of the truest, darkest navy paints I've found. Unlike some other shades of navy, there are no purple or black undertones. This classic color pairs well with white window treatments and brass accents.
Urbane Bronze by Sherwin-Williams
Urbane Bronze by Sherwin-Williams is one of my go-to dark paint colors because it works in so many places. It's a little mysterious, often reading as a deep gray with brown undertones. It's dramatic but still soft enough to not feel overpowering. I've used it in a small powder room (with no natural light), in a hallway as the backdrop to a gallery wall, and on the back of bookcases to make books and accessories really pop.
Image: Caroline Lima Photography
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Kendall Charcoal by Benjamin Moore
Looking for a straightforward charcoal gray? Kendall Charcoal by Benjamin Moore is the perfect choice. It instantly ups the coziness and looks terrific with white trim and woodwork. Layering this wall color with lighter shades of gray furnishings and a pretty chandelier creates a warm and inviting dining room.
Little Black Dress by Clark + Kensington
I had always wanted to try a black room in our house and just recently painted the sitting room Little Black Dress by Clark + Kensington. I paired it with white upholstery, natural wood tones, and brass accessories. The color actually falls within the purple family in the paint palette, and in certain lights, it definitely reads as navy-black. It's a great choice if you're on the fence about which dark color to try!
Inkwell by Sherwin-Williams
Think dark colors are just for certain rooms? This teen girl's bedroom is proof that dark paint can be pretty and feminine. The walls are painted Sherwin Williams Inkwell —a deep, moody blue. White furniture and an oversize pendant light keep the room feeling light.
