Chimney
With a focus on genuinely dark tones, Chimney (PPU25-22) is a standout paint color in our database. It was selected for this featured gallery for its ability to anchor a room without demanding the spotlight. See it applied across 6 real world scenarios and find professional pairing data below.
Hex
#4a5257
LRV
8.34
Chimney in Real Rooms
Chimney has a low LRV of 8.34 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color. It's neutral in temperature, making it adaptable across different lighting conditions and room orientations.
3 Living Room Photos
Chimney works harder than it looks in a living room environment. Whether the space gets direct southern sun or stays north-facing and dim, the color finds its specific register — neither receding into the background nor demanding the spotlight. It acts as a sophisticated backdrop that makes every piece of furniture or art placed in front of it look immediately more considered and curated.
Living room walls settle into rich Chimney tones.
@faithessenburg
Wall finish in Chimney creates dramatic mood and depth.
@faithessenburg
Shiplap walls bring warmth in soft Chimney throughout this living room.
@refreshedandrefurbishedmb
1 Bedroom Photo
A bedroom finished in Chimney rewards the time you spend in it. The color is deep enough to feel intentional and luxurious, but not so saturated that it becomes visually tiring over time — it strikes the perfect balance for a space meant for both deep sleep and the slow, reflective hours before it.
Bedroom accent wall glows with Chimney's rich, muted tone.
@shoemakesnew
2 Misc Photos
See how Chimney is used in narrow hallways to create a "gallery" feel. The color provides a steady, rhythmic background that allows a series of framed photos or art pieces to feel like a cohesive, professional installation.
Dresser painted in Chimney creates a sophisticated focal point.
@bornagainfurnishing
Wooden furniture finished in Chimney adds depth and character.
@bornagainfurnishing
Similar Colors
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 8 vs 8), so neither reads brighter in a room.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 11 vs 8), so neither reads brighter in a room.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 11 vs 8), so neither reads brighter in a room.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 8 vs 7), so neither reads brighter in a room.
With LRVs of 8 and 6, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.