Flint
We've categorized Flint 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 17 room photos to see how it looks alongside coordinating accent choices.
Hex
#565C5E
LRV
11.96
Flint in Real Rooms
Flint has a low LRV of 11.96 — 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 kitchen cabinets, house, bedroom, living room, bathroom, dining room and misc.
3 Kitchen Cabinets Photos
The way Flint interacts with under-cabinet lighting is transformative. It catches the glow and reflects a softer, more diffused light onto the countertops, making the workspace feel more inviting and less utilitarian.
Kitchen island in Flint grounds the space with modern gray tone.
@melodicfinishes
Cabinetry in Flint creates a cohesive, contemporary kitchen design.
@whats_that_paint_color
Cabinet doors in Flint add refined, neutral sophistication to kitchen.
@whats_that_paint_color
1 House Photo
For coastal or high-exposure homes, Flint is a smart choice. It has the complexity to look good even when dusted with salt or slightly weathered, maintaining its "intentional" look even when the elements are at their peak.
Exterior in Flint presents a modern, understated facade.
@thecolorconcierge
2 Bedroom Photos
There's a rhythmic quality to Flint in a bedroom. It's a color that supports the circadian rhythm, mirroring the natural shadows of the evening and providing a neutral, non-stimulating canvas for the brain to decompress after a long day of digital exposure.
Bedroom walls in Flint establish a calm, contemporary sleeping space.
@summersmark81
Accent wall in Flint adds subtle depth to the bedroom.
@nataliecoxdesign
6 Living Room Photos
Flint anchors the living room with a quiet, architectural confidence. Its depth shifts subtly through the day — cooler in the crisp morning light and significantly warmer by lamplight in the evening — making it a natural fit for a space meant for both high-energy gathering and silent unwinding. To maximize the effect, layer in natural white oak, heavy linen, and soft metallics to let the color truly breathe.
Living room walls in Flint complement furnishings with cool gray sophistication.
@soignedesignsinc
2 Bathroom Photos
Bathrooms test color in specific ways — task lighting, tile grout, and chrome or brass fixtures all compete for attention. Flint holds its own against all of it, and tends to photograph even better than it reads in person.
Bathroom walls in Flint provide spa-like calm and sophistication.
@jlphouse2home
Bathroom in Flint delivers serene, contemporary elegance.
@jlphouse2home
2 Dining Room Photos
The best dining room colors look different lit by daylight versus candlelight, and Flint is one of them. It holds the room's warmth in the evening in a way that makes dinner feel like an occasion even when it's just a casual weeknight.
Dining room accent wall glows in deep, sophisticated Flint.
@pamelalynn_interiors
Dining room walls in Flint anchor an intimate gathering space.
@theheartofthishome
1 Misc Photo
See how Flint is used in narrow hallways to create a "gallery" feel. The color provides a steady, rhythmic background that allows a series of framed photos or art pieces to feel like a cohesive, professional installation.
Painted furniture in Flint creates a moody focal point.
@stephaniecameroninteriors
