Hardcourt
With a focus on genuinely dark tones, Hardcourt (EX278) 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
#263C64
LRV
4.56
Hardcourt's Color Strip
Hardcourt is the fifth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Centre Court and Volley. The strip spans from Rust at the lightest end to Singles at the deepest. Browsing strip Ex40 alongside this color helps you gauge whether to go lighter, darker, or stay right here.
Hardcourt in Real Rooms
Hardcourt has a low LRV of 4.56 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color.
1 Bathroom Photo
In a powder room, Hardcourt can be used floor-to-ceiling to create a dramatic, high-impact experience for guests. Because these rooms are small and transitional, they can handle the full intensity of the color's personality without feeling overwhelming.
The walls here show Hardcourt in bright, well-lit bathroom light.
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2 Bedroom Photos
Hardcourt has a unique ability to make a bedroom feel larger yet more intimate at the same time. By softening the "edges" of the room, the walls seem to move back, while the warmth of the tone makes the bed feel like a safe, protected island in the center of the space.
A bedroom painted in Hardcourt — soft-spoken and easy to wake up to.
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This open bedroom shows Hardcourt in honest, natural light.
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1 Dining Room Photo
Hardcourt encourages conversation. Its calm, grounded presence creates a sense of safety and comfort that allows guests to relax and stay at the table longer, which is the ultimate goal of any well-designed dining area.
See Hardcourt in a formal dining setting — composed and quietly present.
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2 Misc Photos
In walk-in closets or pantries, Hardcourt provides a dark, sophisticated backdrop that makes your belongings look organized and curated. It turns a storage space into a boutique-like experience every time you open the door.
A foyer painted in Hardcourt sets the tone for everything beyond it.
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Natural light reveals Hardcourt's true character in this bright sun room.
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1 Kitchen Photo
In a farmhouse or traditional kitchen, Hardcourt adds a layer of modern relevance. It updates classic cabinetry and apron-front sinks without clashing with the traditional "bones" of the house, offering a bridge between the old and the new.
This kitchen scene shows how Hardcourt holds up under practical light.
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1 Living Room Photo
For open-concept living rooms, Hardcourt is a powerful tool for definition. It has enough presence to signal where the living area begins without creating a harsh visual break from the rest of the house. It defines the "zone" of relaxation through color psychology and sophisticated depth.
See how Hardcourt holds up in a real living room setting.
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