Pencilpoint
Often used for its genuinely dark qualities, Pencilpoint remains a staple for PPG designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to anchor a room without demanding the spotlight. We've gathered 10 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.
Hex
#707573
LRV
17.00
Pencilpoint's Color Strip
Pencilpoint is the seventh shade on this 7-color strip, the deepest shade in this coordinated family. Color strip PPG0994 groups these shades together so you can see how each reads next to its neighbors.
Pencilpoint in Real Rooms
Pencilpoint has a low LRV of 17 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color.
1 Front Door Photo
A front door in Pencilpoint changes the entire read of a facade without requiring a renovation. The color is strong enough to register from the street but refined enough not to feel like a statement for its own sake. It's the "handshake" of the home.
bold front door featuring Pencilpoint by PPG
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1 Dining Room Photo
The best dining room colors look different lit by daylight versus candlelight, and Pencilpoint is one of them. It holds the room's warmth in the evening in a way that makes dinner feel like an occasion even when it's just a casual weeknight.
Pencilpoint paint in a parisian dining room
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1 Bedroom Photo
In the context of a primary suite, Pencilpoint suggests a boutique-hotel level of refinement. It creates a seamless flow between the sleeping area and the dressing room, providing a steadying influence that makes the morning routine feel more organized and serene.
A organic modern bedroom painted in Pencilpoint
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1 Bathroom Photo
In a powder room, Pencilpoint can be used floor-to-ceiling to create a dramatic, high-impact experience for guests. Because these rooms are small and transitional, they can handle the full intensity of the color's personality without feeling overwhelming.
Pencilpoint — coastal bathroom
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1 Home Office Photo
Pencilpoint works exceptionally well with "warm" tech—leather desk pads, brass lamps, and wooden monitor stands. It bridges the gap between modern technology and traditional home comfort, making the office feel like part of the house.
PPG Pencilpoint in a contemporary home office
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1 Mudroom Photo
Using Pencilpoint on mudroom walls makes the white trim and hooks pop. It creates a high-contrast, organized look that makes even a room full of sports gear and rain boots look like it has a system and a sense of order.
Pencilpoint paint in a neutral mudroom
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1 Kitchen Photo
The sophisticated undertones of Pencilpoint make it an excellent partner for mixed metal finishes. Whether you have a brass faucet and matte black cabinet pulls, or traditional chrome fixtures, this color acts as a neutral mediator that makes the mix look intentional.
Pencilpoint — contemporary kitchen cabinets
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1 House Photo
For coastal or high-exposure homes, Pencilpoint is a smart choice. It has the complexity to look good even when dusted with salt or slightly weathered, maintaining its "intentional" look even when the elements are at their peak.
Pencilpoint color — rustic modern house inspiration
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1 Patio Photo
Pencilpoint on a patio or porch provides a sense of "enclosure" even in an open space. It defines the boundaries of the outdoor room, making it feel more private, secure, and ready for relaxation.
coastal patio featuring Pencilpoint by PPG
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1 Living Room Photo
Pencilpoint 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.
A cozy living room painted in Pencilpoint
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