Storm
We've categorized Storm 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
#55514E
LRV
8.37
Storm's Color Strip
Storm is the first shade on this 7-color strip, the lightest in this coordinated family. Strip Artisan31 lines up the full value range so you can see exactly where this color lands among its closest relatives.
Storm in Real Rooms
Storm has a low LRV of 8.37 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color.
1 Bathroom Photo
For bathrooms with limited natural light, Storm 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.
Storm gives this bathroom a clean, considered finish.
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2 Bedroom Photos
For guest bedrooms, Storm 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.
Storm sets a calm, restful tone in this bedroom.
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Storm in a spacious bedroom — see how the color behaves at scale.
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1 Dining Room Photo
Dining rooms are often the best place to take a "color risk." By choosing Storm, 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.
Storm on the dining room walls — a color that makes evenings feel intentional.
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2 Misc Photos
More spaces painted in Storm, 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.
Storm in a foyer — the first impression this color makes is a confident one.
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Storm in a sun-filled room — how this color holds up in direct light.
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1 Kitchen Photo
Storm 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.
Storm on the kitchen walls — a backdrop that works without demanding attention.
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1 Living Room Photo
Few colors transition as gracefully from day to evening as Storm. 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.
Storm on the walls of this living room — warm, grounded, easy to live with.
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