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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

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Light Reflectance Value
4.58
Dark
TemperatureNeutral
Tone
GroundingMoody
UseInterior & Exterior
Collection

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. It's neutral in temperature, making it adaptable across different lighting conditions and room orientations. 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

Vanity cabinets painted Black Satin anchor this modern bathroom design.

@janovic_nyc

Benjamin Moore Black Satin bathroom vanity color

Dark cabinetry in Black Satin provides striking bathroom storage.

@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

Exterior siding in Black Satin creates a striking home facade.

@crestedbuttecolors

Benjamin Moore Black Satin house exterior paint review

House trim and siding finished in Black Satin stand bold.

@lundlife

Benjamin Moore Black Satin exterior paint

Dark exterior boards in Black Satin frame this classic home.

@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

Staircase railings painted Black Satin guide you through the space.

@andreapyoung

Benjamin Moore Black Satin hallway picture

Hallway walls in Black Satin establish an intimate passage.

@andreapyoung

Benjamin Moore Black Satin hallway color

Wainscoting and walls in Black Satin form a refined hallway.

@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

Kitchen cabinetry painted Black Satin anchors the room's design.

@loveitdesign.lisa

Benjamin Moore Black Satin painted storage paint

Built-in shelving finished in Black Satin combines style and function.

@loveitdesign.lisa

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Color Codes

HEX#313435
RGB49, 52, 53
HSL195° 4% 20%
CMYK8 2 0 79
CIE LabL: 21.4 a: -1.1 b: -1.1
XYZX: 0.03 Y: 0.03 Z: 0.04