Saloon
With a focus on genuinely dark tones, Saloon (EX142) 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
#48473D
LRV
6.22
Saloon's Color Strip
Saloon is the second shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between White Pine and Seascape. The strip spans from White Pine at the lightest end to Copper Verde at the deepest. As part of strip Ex21, these colors are curated to work together — helpful when you're deciding how light or deep to go.
Saloon in Real Rooms
Saloon has a low LRV of 6.22 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color.
1 Bathroom Photo
In a powder room, Saloon 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.
Saloon gives this bathroom a clean, considered finish.
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2 Bedroom Photos
Saloon 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.
Saloon sets a calm, restful tone in this bedroom.
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Saloon in a spacious bedroom — see how the color behaves at scale.
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1 Dining Room Photo
Saloon 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.
Saloon on the dining room walls — a color that makes evenings feel intentional.
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2 Misc Photos
In walk-in closets or pantries, Saloon 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.
Saloon in a foyer — the first impression this color makes is a confident one.
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Saloon in a sun-filled room — how this color holds up in direct light.
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1 Kitchen Photo
In a farmhouse or traditional kitchen, Saloon 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.
Saloon on the kitchen walls — a backdrop that works without demanding attention.
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1 Living Room Photo
For open-concept living rooms, Saloon 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.
Saloon on the walls of this living room — warm, grounded, easy to live with.
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