Serpentine
We've categorized Serpentine as a genuinely dark paint color 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 8 room photos to see how it looks alongside coordinating accent choices.
Hex
#666559
LRV
13.00
Serpentine's Color Strip
Serpentine is the fifth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Dowager and Grime. The strip spans from Numero Uno at the lightest end to Deep Shadow at the deepest. Strip 173 puts these related shades in sequence, making it simple to find the tone that suits your room.
Serpentine in Real Rooms
Serpentine has a low LRV of 13 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color.
1 Bathroom Photo
For bathrooms with limited natural light, Serpentine provides a necessary "glow." It uses its subtle undertones to mimic the warmth of sunlight, preventing the space from feeling subterranean or overly dark, even in windowless layouts.
The walls here show Serpentine in bright, well-lit bathroom light.
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2 Bedroom Photos
For guest bedrooms, Serpentine is a welcoming embrace. It's a universally appealing tone that feels clean and fresh for new arrivals, yet has enough "personality" to make their stay feel special and considered. It works across all seasons, feeling cool in summer and cozy in winter.
A bedroom painted in Serpentine — soft-spoken and easy to wake up to.
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This open bedroom shows Serpentine in honest, natural light.
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1 Dining Room Photo
Dining rooms are often the best place to take a "color risk." By choosing Serpentine, you're opting for a shade that is saturated and confident, yet still refined enough to act as a neutral backdrop for colorful table linens and floral arrangements.
See Serpentine in a formal dining setting — composed and quietly present.
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2 Misc Photos
More spaces painted in Serpentine, shared by homeowners and designers across kitchens, hallways, dining rooms, and beyond. This collection shows how one color can take on a dozen different personalities depending on the room.
A foyer painted in Serpentine sets the tone for everything beyond it.
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Natural light reveals Serpentine's true character in this bright sun room.
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1 Kitchen Photo
Serpentine in a kitchen reads differently from how it might anywhere else — the hard surfaces, task lighting, and constant activity give it more to work against, and it holds up beautifully. It doesn't compete with the colors of food or the texture of countertops; instead, it frames them with a professional finish.
This kitchen scene shows how Serpentine holds up under practical light.
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1 Living Room Photo
Few colors transition as gracefully from day to evening as Serpentine. In natural light, it reads clean, grounded, and modern; by candlelight or lamp, it deepens into something much more soulful. For a living room that needs to function as a bright morning coffee spot and a moody evening lounge, that tonal range is an invaluable asset.
See how Serpentine holds up in a real living room setting.
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