Pencil Point
With a focus on genuinely dark tones, Pencil Point (PPU18-02) 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 5 real world scenarios and find professional pairing data below.
Hex
#595d61
LRV
10.95
Pencil Point in Real Rooms
Pencil Point has a low LRV of 10.95 — 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.
1 Living Room Photo
Pencil Point provides a subtle architectural "lift" to a living room, especially those with high ceilings or intricate crown molding. The way shadows settle into the corners with this particular shade adds a layer of history and gravity to the space, making even a new build feel like it has stories to tell.
Crisp white trim contrasts beautifully against Pencil Point living room walls.
@busybee.painter
4 Misc Photos
In walk-in closets or pantries, Pencil Point provides a dark, sophisticated backdrop that makes your belongings look organized and curated. It turns a storage space into a boutique-like experience every time you open the door.
Painted dresser in Pencil Point makes a bold, sophisticated statement.
@lovelyreeda
Deep Pencil Point walls create dramatic depth in this styled space.
@whoa_nelson
Furniture pieces in Pencil Point offer a modern, moody aesthetic.
@life_on_meadowbrook
Wall color in Pencil Point delivers rich, sophisticated tonal depth.
@misssrilanka
Similar Colors
A 4-point LRV gap (11 vs 7) makes Pencil Point the marginally brighter of the two.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 11 vs 9), so neither reads brighter in a room.
Complementary Colors
Rustic Taupe reflects far more light (LRV 34 vs 11), opening up a space where Pencil Point encloses it.