Mermaid Sea
We've categorized Mermaid Sea as a genuinely dark paint color because of its unique LRV profile. We have documented it across our network because it can anchor a room without demanding the spotlight so effectively. Explore our collection of 23 room photos to see how it looks alongside coordinating accent choices.
Hex
#297f6d
LRV
12.70
Mermaid Sea in Real Rooms
Mermaid Sea has a low LRV of 12.7 — 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.
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Observe the use of Mermaid Sea on architectural "oddities"—slanted ceilings, built-in nooks, or under-stair closets. The color helps these strange angles feel like deliberate design features rather than construction afterthoughts.
Bold Mermaid Sea paint transforms an accent wall into the room's focal point.
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Bunk beds and shelving create a playful space with Mermaid Sea walls.
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Sleek horizontal paneling emphasizes the modern aesthetic of Mermaid Sea.
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Low-profile furniture suits the japandi aesthetic of Mermaid Sea walls.
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2 Bathroom Photos
Pairing Mermaid Sea with natural stone like travertine or slate creates an earthy, elemental bathroom that feels connected to nature. It moves the design away from plastic-heavy modernism toward something much more timeless and tactile.
Coastal-inspired Mermaid Sea walls bring depth and character to this modern bathroom.
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Clean white fixtures pop against serene Mermaid Sea bathroom walls.
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3 Kitchen Photos
The sophisticated undertones of Mermaid Sea make it an excellent partner for mixed metal finishes. Whether you have a brass faucet and matte black cabinet pulls, or traditional chrome fixtures, this color acts as a neutral mediator that makes the mix look intentional.
Kitchen backsplash painted in Mermaid Sea adds unexpected color above the countertop.
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Tile backsplash in Mermaid Sea creates visual interest between cabinetry and counters.
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Backsplash in Mermaid Sea ties together varied kitchen materials and finishes.
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7 Living Room Photos
There is a specific "glow" that Mermaid Sea 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.
Deep Mermaid Sea walls anchor this living room with rich, sophisticated color.
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5 Kitchen Cabinets Photos
Choosing Mermaid Sea for cabinets allows you to be more adventurous with your tile and stone choices. Because the cabinetry is so well-grounded, it can balance out a heavily veined marble or a colorful geometric backsplash without the room feeling "busy."
Upper kitchen cabinets painted Mermaid Sea contrast beautifully with lighter lower cabinetry.
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Glossy Mermaid Sea cabinet doors brighten this kitchen with jewel-toned elegance.
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Open shelving in Mermaid Sea showcases dishes and décor in this kitchen.
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Compact kitchen cabinets in Mermaid Sea maximize style in tight quarters.
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Island base painted Mermaid Sea becomes the kitchen's striking centerpiece element.
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On the exterior, Mermaid Sea holds up across all lighting conditions — crisp in full sun, rich and dimensional on overcast days. It pairs especially well with white trim, black window frames, and natural stone, giving the home a timeless, curated presence.
Victorian crown molding frames walls painted in Mermaid Sea.
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Mermaid Sea 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.
Upholstered headboard and soft linens create calm in this Mermaid Sea bedroom.
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