Wrought Iron
We've categorized Wrought Iron 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
#40454B
LRV
5.85
Wrought Iron's Color Strip
Wrought Iron is the sixth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Graphite and Pacific Dogwood. The strip spans from Dark Navy at the lightest end to Pacific Dogwood at the deepest. Color strip Ex24 groups these shades together so you can see how each reads next to its neighbors.
Wrought Iron in Real Rooms
Wrought Iron has a low LRV of 5.85 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color.
1 Bathroom Photo
Bathrooms test color in specific ways — task lighting, tile grout, and chrome or brass fixtures all compete for attention. Wrought Iron holds its own against all of it, and tends to photograph even better than it reads in person.
The walls here show Wrought Iron in bright, well-lit bathroom light.
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2 Bedroom Photos
A bedroom finished in Wrought Iron 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.
A bedroom painted in Wrought Iron — soft-spoken and easy to wake up to.
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This open bedroom shows Wrought Iron in honest, natural light.
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1 Dining Room Photo
In a formal dining room, Wrought Iron 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.
See Wrought Iron in a formal dining setting — composed and quietly present.
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2 Misc Photos
In laundry rooms, Wrought Iron 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.
A foyer painted in Wrought Iron sets the tone for everything beyond it.
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Natural light reveals Wrought Iron's true character in this bright sun room.
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1 Kitchen Photo
Wrought Iron 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.
This kitchen scene shows how Wrought Iron holds up under practical light.
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1 Living Room Photo
Wrought Iron 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.
See how Wrought Iron holds up in a real living room setting.
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