Dark Granite
There is more to PPG Dark Granite (PPG1005-7) than the swatch alone: its depth, undertones and setting all shape the final impression. Its LRV of 5 gives it real visual weight, allowing the color to hold a wall rather than simply recede from view. Its related shades below reveal where the color harmonizes—and where contrast brings it fully to life.
Hex
#4f443fLRV
5.00
Dark Granite's Color Strip
Dark Granite is the seventh shade on this 7-color strip, the deepest shade in this coordinated family. Strip PPG1005 puts these related shades in sequence, making it simple to find the tone that suits your room.
Dark Granite in Rooms
Follow Dark Granite from one space to another and watch how light, scale and surrounding materials reshape its character. 10 generated visualizations explore how the color might shape a finished room.
1 Bedroom Photo
Against bed linen, timber, wool and upholstered textures, Dark Granite (PPG1005-7) may feel quieter, sharper or more atmospheric than the digital swatch alone. With an LRV of 5, it carries enough visual weight to make light, trim and texture feel especially deliberate.
A organic modern bedroom painted in Dark Granite
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1 Front Door Photo
The threshold between the street and the interior can draw different notes from Dark Granite (PPG1005-7). The grey hue classifications suggest the subtle directions the color may take as the room changes.
cottagecore front door featuring Dark Granite by PPG
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1 Bathroom Photo
1 generated visualization explores how the color might shape the finished space. Together they show Dark Granite (PPG1005-7) as inspiration rather than a promise of an identical result.
Dark Granite — japandi bathroom
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1 Mudroom Photo
Dark Granite (PPG1005-7) moves through 1 mudroom image without becoming a fixed prescription for the room. With an LRV of 5, it carries enough visual weight to make light, trim and texture feel especially deliberate.
Dark Granite paint in a neutral mudroom
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1 Kitchen Photo
1 kitchen image trace Dark Granite (PPG1005-7) through the changing light from breakfast through dinner. The grey hue classifications suggest the subtle directions the color may take as the room changes.
Dark Granite — contemporary kitchen cabinets
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1 House Photo
Viewed across 1 house image in an exterior viewed across distance, weather and the changing sky, Dark Granite (PPG1005-7) reveals how much color depends on scale, surface and shadow. With an LRV of 5, it carries enough visual weight to make light, trim and texture feel especially deliberate.
Dark Granite color — transitional house inspiration
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1 Patio Photo
Dark Granite (PPG1005-7) can change noticeably under direct sun, reflected daylight and deep exterior shade. Sample it beside the finishes that will remain in the room.
warm patio featuring Dark Granite by PPG
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1 Living Room Photo
Viewed across 1 living room image in a space shaped by conversation, quiet evenings and changing daylight, Dark Granite (PPG1005-7) reveals how much color depends on scale, surface and shadow. With an LRV of 5, it carries enough visual weight to make light, trim and texture feel especially deliberate.
A organic modern living room painted in Dark Granite
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1 Home Office Photo
The transition between focused work and the rest of the home can draw different notes from Dark Granite (PPG1005-7). The grey hue classifications suggest the subtle directions the color may take as the room changes.
A industrial home office painted in Dark Granite
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1 Dining Room Photo
Across 1 dining room image, Dark Granite (PPG1005-7) meets natural light, candles and pendant lighting. With an LRV of 5, it carries enough visual weight to make light, trim and texture feel especially deliberate.
Dark Granite — traditional dining room
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Expert Perspectives
Articles and features from across our network of home and design sites.
Coordinating Colors
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Trim Color
At LRV 81 vs 5, Lotus Petal is decisively the brighter choice.
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Color Codes
Manufacturer description
Dark Granite is a dark, warm, Merlot black with an oaky undertone. It is a perfect paint color for exterior or interior walls. Pair it with midtone woods and lighter tans.