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BehrHDC-CL-21A

Dark Everglade

Dark Everglade is a genuinely dark paint color from Behr. Our real-world data shows it is a primary choice when homeowners need to anchor a room without demanding the spotlight. Below, you'll find 21 examples of this shade in actual homes along with suggested color relationships.

Hex

#3e554f

LRV

7.83

Light Reflectance Value
7.83
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Dark Everglade in Real Rooms

Dark Everglade has a low LRV of 7.83 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color.

6 Living Room Photos

There is a specific "glow" that Dark Everglade takes on during the golden hour in a living room. As the sun sets, the pigments react with the low-angled light to create a hazy, ethereal atmosphere that feels incredibly high-end. It's a color that rewards those who use the room during the transition of the day.

Behr HDC-CL-21A living room interior idea

Behr HDC-CL-21A living room interior idea

@bleucanarddesign

1 Front Door Photo

There's a psychological sense of "arrival" when you step up to a door painted in Dark Everglade. It feels solid, grounded, and permanent, giving both residents and guests a sense of stability as they cross the threshold.

Dark Everglade front door color

Dark Everglade front door color

@kristinamcniel

2 Bathroom Photos

In the bathroom, Dark Everglade brings a spa-like intentionality to the space. It responds well to task lighting and natural light alike, and pairs beautifully with white fixtures, warm wood vanities, or brushed brass hardware for a polished, restful result.

Dark Everglade bathroom color

Dark Everglade bathroom color

@delightfullycreepy

Dark Everglade bathroom paint

Dark Everglade bathroom paint

@delightfullycreepy

1 Bedroom Photo

Dark Everglade creates a bedroom that feels deliberately calm rather than accidentally plain. The color absorbs the first rays of morning light without bouncing them back harshly, which means waking up in this environment feels gentle and gradual. Keep the window treatments simple and let the walls do the heavy lifting.

Behr Dark Everglade bedroom paint

Behr Dark Everglade bedroom paint

@starry.night.ranch.tx

4 Kitchen Cabinets Photos

Dark Everglade on cabinets gives a kitchen a sense of intentionality without the risk that comes with louder choices. It's grounded enough to feel permanent, versatile enough to work with whatever countertop material surrounds it.

Behr HDC-CL-21A kitchen cabinets review

Behr HDC-CL-21A kitchen cabinets review

@repopyesterday

Behr HDC-CL-21A kitchen cabinets paint

Behr HDC-CL-21A kitchen cabinets paint

@repopyesterday

Behr Dark Everglade kitchen cabinets color

Behr Dark Everglade kitchen cabinets color

@repopyesterday

Behr Dark Everglade kitchen cabinets

Behr Dark Everglade kitchen cabinets

@repopyesterday

1 Dining Room Photo

In a formal dining room, Dark Everglade provides a sophisticated backdrop for artwork and large-scale mirrors. The color's depth helps to "absorb" the room's edges, making the flickering light of candles and the sparkle of glassware the stars of the show.

Behr Dark Everglade dining room color

Behr Dark Everglade dining room color

@bleucanarddesign

6 Misc Photos

In laundry rooms, Dark Everglade adds a surprising level of "design" to a space that is often forgotten. It proves that even the most utilitarian rooms deserve a color that feels considered, intentional, and calming.

Dark Everglade direplace mantle

Dark Everglade direplace mantle

@1newbear

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Color Codes

HEX#3e554f
RGB62, 85, 79
HSL164° 16% 29%
CMYK27 0 7 67
CIE LabL: 34.2 a: -10.2 b: 0.7
XYZX: 6.65 Y: 8.09 Z: 8.61