Basil
We've categorized Basil as a versatile paint color because of its unique LRV profile. We have documented it across our network because it can add character and warmth to any space so effectively. Explore our collection of 8 room photos to see how it looks alongside coordinating accent choices.
Hex
#A2947E
LRV
30.37
Basil's Color Strip
Basil is the third shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Bay Leaf and Cumin. The strip spans from Cardamom at the lightest end to Ash Glaze at the deepest. Strip Artisan21 lines up the full value range so you can see exactly where this color lands among its closest relatives.
Basil in Real Rooms
Basil has a medium LRV of 30.37 — it adds real depth and will read noticeably darker as natural light fades.
1 Bathroom Photo
The interaction between Basil 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.
The walls here show Basil in bright, well-lit bathroom light.
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2 Bedroom Photos
Lighting is key in a bedroom, and Basil reacts beautifully to dimmers. As you lower the lights for sleep, the color takes on a velvet-like quality, losing its daytime crispness in favor of a smoky, mysterious depth that is incredibly conducive to relaxation.
A bedroom painted in Basil — soft-spoken and easy to wake up to.
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This open bedroom shows Basil in honest, natural light.
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1 Dining Room Photo
Using Basil in the dining room allows you to go bold with your lighting fixtures. An oversized chandelier or a modern sculptural pendant will look even more dramatic against the rich, steady background of this particular shade.
See Basil in a formal dining setting — composed and quietly present.
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2 Misc Photos
Note how Basil 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.
A foyer painted in Basil sets the tone for everything beyond it.
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Natural light reveals Basil's true character in this bright sun room.
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1 Kitchen Photo
Kitchens are often the noisiest rooms in the house; Basil provides the visual equivalent of acoustic dampening. Its steady, calm presence helps lower the "volume" of the room, creating a more pleasant environment for cooking and conversation.
This kitchen scene shows how Basil holds up under practical light.
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1 Living Room Photo
Basil 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.
See how Basil holds up in a real living room setting.
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