Black Opal featured
Dulux66BB 06/077

Black Opal

With a focus on genuinely dark tones, Black Opal (66BB 06/077) 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 13 real world scenarios and find professional pairing data below.

Hex

#2C3241

LRV

6.00

Light Reflectance Value
6.00
dark

Black Opal in Real Rooms

Black Opal has a low LRV of 6 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color.

7 Living Room Photos

For open-concept living rooms, Black Opal 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.

Dulux Black Opal living room interior

Dulux Black Opal living room interior

@horsefields_home

5 Bathroom Photos

In the bathroom, Black Opal brings a spa-like intentionality to the space. It responds well to task lighting and natural light alike, and pairs beautifully with white fixtures, warm wood vanities, or brushed brass hardware for a polished, restful result.

Dulux Black Opal bathroom interior

Dulux Black Opal bathroom interior

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Dulux Black Opal bathroom paint

Dulux Black Opal bathroom paint

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Dulux 66BB 06/077 bathroom review

Dulux 66BB 06/077 bathroom review

@no.313.home

Dulux Black Opal bathroom review

Dulux Black Opal bathroom review

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Dulux Black Opal bathroom wall panelling color

Dulux Black Opal bathroom wall panelling color

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1 Misc Photo

Black Opal shows up in some unexpected spaces in these photos — hallways, laundry rooms, and accent walls. Each one makes the case that the color's versatility extends well beyond the obvious applications into every corner of the home.

Dulux Black Opal wall paint

Dulux Black Opal wall paint

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Color Codes

HEX#2C3241
RGB44, 50, 65
HSL223° 19% 21%
CMYK32 23 0 75
CIE LabL: 20.8 a: 1.6 b: -10.2
XYZX: 3.13 Y: 3.20 Z: 5.45