Black Satin
We've categorized Black Satin as a genuinely dark Black 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 10 room photos to see how it looks alongside coordinating accent choices.
Hex
#313435
LRV
4.58
Black Satin in Real Rooms
Black Satin has a low LRV of 4.58 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color. Grouped in the Black and Gray and Neutral family, the photos below show it applied in a bathroom, house, living room and misc.
2 Bathroom Photos
The interaction between Black Satin and steam or humidity creates a beautiful, diffused atmosphere in a bathroom. It's a color that feels "alive," shifting slightly in character as the environment changes during a hot shower or a long soak.
Benjamin Moore Black Satin bathroom paint
@janovic_nyc
Benjamin Moore Black Satin bathroom vanity color
@cavendishlane
3 House Photos
On a traditional or historic home, Black Satin acts as a restorative force. It brings out the dignity of the original craftsmanship while making the structure feel relevant to the 21st century. It's a "new classic" in every sense.
Benjamin Moore Black Satin house exterior color
@crestedbuttecolors
Benjamin Moore Black Satin house exterior paint review
@lundlife
Benjamin Moore Black Satin exterior paint
@newenglandshuttermills
3 Living Room Photos
Choosing Black Satin for a main living area is a commitment to timelessness. It avoids the trend-cycle fatigue of brighter hues, offering a sophisticated neutrality that can be reimagined every few years simply by swapping out textiles or accent pillows. It is the ultimate foundation for an evolving home.
Benjamin Moore Black Satin stairs paint
@andreapyoung
Benjamin Moore Black Satin hallway picture
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Benjamin Moore Black Satin hallway color
@andreapyoung
2 Misc Photos
Note how Black Satin is used as a "ceiling color" in some of these rooms. This "fifth wall" application is a bold designer move that can make a room feel infinitely more cozy and architecturally unique.
Benjamin Moore Black Satin painted cabinets paint
@loveitdesign.lisa
Benjamin Moore Black Satin painted storage paint
@loveitdesign.lisa
