Cannon Ball
Often used for its genuinely dark qualities, Cannon Ball remains a staple for Dulux designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to anchor a room without demanding the spotlight. We've gathered 38 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.
Hex
#505354
LRV
11.00
Cannon Ball in Real Rooms
Cannon Ball has a low LRV of 11 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color.
14 Living Room Photos
Cannon Ball anchors the living room with a quiet, architectural confidence. Its depth shifts subtly through the day — cooler in the crisp morning light and significantly warmer by lamplight in the evening — making it a natural fit for a space meant for both high-energy gathering and silent unwinding. To maximize the effect, layer in natural white oak, heavy linen, and soft metallics to let the color truly breathe.
90BG 11/016 living room fireplace picture
@finallyagrownuphouse
11 Bathroom Photos
Bathrooms test color in specific ways — task lighting, tile grout, and chrome or brass fixtures all compete for attention. Cannon Ball holds its own against all of it, and tends to photograph even better than it reads in person.
Dulux Cannon Ball bathroom picture
@_ourhomeonthecorner
3 Bedroom Photos
A bedroom finished in Cannon Ball 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.
Dulux Cannon Ball bedroom panelling color
@barratt.windermere
Dulux Cannon Ball bedroom color review
@anotherhome.account
Dulux Cannon Ball bedroom accent wall
@black_cat_terrace
2 Kitchen Cabinets Photos
When you use Cannon Ball on cabinetry, you're embracing furniture-grade sophistication. It elevates standard cupboards into something that feels custom-built, especially when paired with a satin or semi-gloss finish that lets the light catch the edges of the doors.
Dulux 90BG 11/016 kitchen cabinets color
@westerhope_winster
Dulux Cannon Ball kitchen cabinets color
@westerhope_winster
1 Kitchen Photo
Using Cannon Ball in the kitchen allows the architectural details—like open shelving or a custom range hood—to stand out. It creates a soft-focus background that makes even a simple stack of white plates look like a deliberate design choice.
Dulux 90BG 11/016 kitchen accent wall
@ourlittlebeehouse
5 Misc Photos
Observe the use of Cannon Ball on architectural "oddities"—slanted ceilings, built-in nooks, or under-stair closets. The color helps these strange angles feel like deliberate design features rather than construction afterthoughts.
Dulux Cannon Ball gym area
@warnerpds
Dulux Cannon Ball scalloped wall
@we_bought_a_home_
Dulux Cannon Ball kids' room color review
@nb_paintinganddecorating
Dulux Cannon Ball kids' room color
@nb_paintinganddecorating
Dulux Cannon Ball accent wall
@heybridgehome_
2 Home Office Photos
For those who spend their day on camera, Cannon Ball is a highly flattering background color. It doesn't wash out skin tones or create weird reflections, providing a professional and "expensive" look for virtual meetings and presentations.
Dulux 90BG 11/016 home office review
@homewiththecons
Dulux Cannon Ball home office color
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