Phantom Hue
With a focus on genuinely dark tones, Phantom Hue (PPG1004-6) 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 10 real world scenarios and find professional pairing data below.
Hex
#645d5e
LRV
10.00
Phantom Hue's Color Strip
Phantom Hue is the sixth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Pewter Mug and Black Elegance. The strip spans from Go To Gray at the lightest end to Black Elegance at the deepest. Browsing strip PPG1004 alongside this color helps you gauge whether to go lighter, darker, or stay right here.
Phantom Hue in Real Rooms
Phantom Hue has a low LRV of 10 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color.
1 Front Door Photo
A front door in Phantom Hue is a timeless choice that won't feel dated as trends shift. It's a versatile hue that can adapt to different porch decor—from modern planters to traditional rockers—with effortless ease.
bold front door featuring Phantom Hue by PPG
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1 Dining Room Photo
Dining rooms are often the best place to take a "color risk." By choosing Phantom Hue, you're opting for a shade that is saturated and confident, yet still refined enough to act as a neutral backdrop for colorful table linens and floral arrangements.
Phantom Hue paint in a parisian dining room
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1 Home Office Photo
A home office in Phantom Hue strikes the perfect balance between focused and inviting. The color grounds the room without feeling corporate, and its depth gives the space a sense of purpose. Pair with dark wood furniture to make long working hours feel more comfortable.
PPG Phantom Hue in a industrial home office
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1 Bathroom Photo
Bathrooms test color in specific ways — task lighting, tile grout, and chrome or brass fixtures all compete for attention. Phantom Hue holds its own against all of it, and tends to photograph even better than it reads in person.
Phantom Hue — minimalist bathroom
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1 House Photo
Phantom Hue on an exterior reads differently at different scales: approachable up close, commanding from the street. It works especially well on houses with good trim detail, where the contrast between wall and trim can do real visual work.
Phantom Hue color — eclectic house inspiration
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1 Mudroom Photo
In a mudroom, Phantom Hue provides a clean "reset" as you enter the home. It's a palette cleanser that helps you leave the stress of the outside world at the door, creating a transition zone that is both functional and beautiful.
Phantom Hue paint in a cottagecore mudroom
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1 Living Room Photo
When applied to living room walls, Phantom Hue creates a sense of "visual quiet." It eliminates the erratic shadows found in busier spaces, instead providing a steady, rhythmic tone that ties together disparate furniture styles. It's the common thread that makes a room full of heirlooms and modern pieces feel like a cohesive collection.
A organic modern living room painted in Phantom Hue
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1 Patio Photo
Phantom Hue is particularly effective when used on a garden wall as a backdrop for plants. The deep tone makes the bright greens of leaves and the vibrant colors of flowers look almost neon in their intensity, creating a high-design garden look.
warm patio featuring Phantom Hue by PPG
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1 Kitchen Photo
For smaller kitchens, Phantom Hue can be used to create a "jewel box" effect. By painting the walls and trim in this same shade, you eliminate visual breaks, making the room feel more expansive and sophisticated despite its modest footprint.
Phantom Hue — contemporary kitchen cabinets
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1 Bedroom Photo
Pairing Phantom Hue with tonal textures—like a silk rug or a bouclé chair—creates a layered, monochromatic look that is the height of sophistication for a bedroom. It proves that you don't need high-contrast colors to create a room that feels high-design and deeply personal.
Phantom Hue — moody bedroom
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