Stormy Seas
With a focus on versatile tones, Stormy Seas (EX334) is a standout paint color in our database. It was selected for this featured gallery for its ability to add character and warmth to any space. See it applied across 8 real world scenarios and find professional pairing data below.
Hex
#8B8D8B
LRV
25.58
Stormy Seas in Real Rooms
Stormy Seas has a medium LRV of 25.58 — it adds real depth and will read noticeably darker as natural light fades.
1 Bathroom Photo
Bathrooms test color in specific ways — task lighting, tile grout, and chrome or brass fixtures all compete for attention. Stormy Seas holds its own against all of it, and tends to photograph even better than it reads in person.
Stormy Seas gives this bathroom a clean, considered finish.
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2 Bedroom Photos
A bedroom finished in Stormy Seas rewards the time you spend in it. The color is deep enough to feel intentional and luxurious, but not so saturated that it becomes visually tiring over time — it strikes the perfect balance for a space meant for both deep sleep and the slow, reflective hours before it.
Stormy Seas sets a calm, restful tone in this bedroom.
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Stormy Seas in a spacious bedroom — see how the color behaves at scale.
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1 Dining Room Photo
In a formal dining room, Stormy Seas provides a sophisticated backdrop for artwork and large-scale mirrors. The color's depth helps to "absorb" the room's edges, making the flickering light of candles and the sparkle of glassware the stars of the show.
Stormy Seas on the dining room walls — a color that makes evenings feel intentional.
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2 Misc Photos
In laundry rooms, Stormy Seas adds a surprising level of "design" to a space that is often forgotten. It proves that even the most utilitarian rooms deserve a color that feels considered, intentional, and calming.
Stormy Seas in a foyer — the first impression this color makes is a confident one.
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Stormy Seas in a sun-filled room — how this color holds up in direct light.
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1 Kitchen Photo
Stormy Seas is particularly effective in kitchens with a lot of natural light. It tempers the glare from sun hitting polished surfaces, providing a matte-like visual anchor that keeps the room feeling grounded even during the brightest parts of the day.
Stormy Seas on the kitchen walls — a backdrop that works without demanding attention.
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1 Living Room Photo
Stormy Seas provides a subtle architectural "lift" to a living room, especially those with high ceilings or intricate crown molding. The way shadows settle into the corners with this particular shade adds a layer of history and gravity to the space, making even a new build feel like it has stories to tell.
Stormy Seas on the walls of this living room — warm, grounded, easy to live with.
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