Gargoyle
With a focus on genuinely dark tones, Gargoyle (0550) 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 8 real world scenarios and find professional pairing data below.
Hex
#655A56
LRV
11.00
Gargoyle's Color Strip
Gargoyle is the seventh shade on this 7-color strip, the deepest shade in this coordinated family. Browsing strip 167 alongside this color helps you gauge whether to go lighter, darker, or stay right here.
Gargoyle in Real Rooms
Gargoyle has a low LRV of 11 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color.
1 Bathroom Photo
In the bathroom, Gargoyle brings a spa-like intentionality to the space. It responds well to task lighting and natural light alike, and pairs beautifully with white fixtures, warm wood vanities, or brushed brass hardware for a polished, restful result.
Gargoyle gives this bathroom a clean, considered finish.
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2 Bedroom Photos
Gargoyle creates a bedroom that feels deliberately calm rather than accidentally plain. The color absorbs the first rays of morning light without bouncing them back harshly, which means waking up in this environment feels gentle and gradual. Keep the window treatments simple and let the walls do the heavy lifting.
Gargoyle sets a calm, restful tone in this bedroom.
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Gargoyle in a spacious bedroom — see how the color behaves at scale.
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1 Dining Room Photo
The best dining room colors look different lit by daylight versus candlelight, and Gargoyle 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.
Gargoyle on the dining room walls — a color that makes evenings feel intentional.
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2 Misc Photos
See how Gargoyle 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.
Gargoyle in a foyer — the first impression this color makes is a confident one.
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Gargoyle in a sun-filled room — how this color holds up in direct light.
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1 Kitchen Photo
Using Gargoyle in the kitchen allows the architectural details—like open shelving or a custom range hood—to stand out. It creates a soft-focus background that makes even a simple stack of white plates look like a deliberate design choice.
Gargoyle on the kitchen walls — a backdrop that works without demanding attention.
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1 Living Room Photo
In a living room, Gargoyle acts as a bridge between the indoors and the view outside. It carries the organic weight of the natural world into the home, allowing the greenery from windows to pop while keeping the interior feeling protected and private. Pair it with oversized plants and ceramic vessels for a full organic-modern aesthetic.
Gargoyle on the walls of this living room — warm, grounded, easy to live with.
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