Summer Shadow
We've categorized Summer Shadow as a genuinely dark paint color because of its unique LRV profile. We have documented it across our network because it can anchor a room without demanding the spotlight so effectively. Explore our collection of 10 room photos to see how it looks alongside coordinating accent choices.
Hex
#5e5e5d
LRV
11.00
Summer Shadow's Color Strip
Summer Shadow is the seventh shade on this 7-color strip, the deepest shade in this coordinated family. Strip PPG0996 makes it easy to compare shades side by side and find the right depth for your space.
Summer Shadow in Real Rooms
Summer Shadow has a low LRV of 11 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color.
1 Dining Room Photo
The color Summer Shadow has a way of making wood furniture look its best. Whether you have a dark mahogany table or a light oak sideboard, the undertones of the paint will pull out the natural beauty and grain of the wood.
Summer Shadow paint in a parisian dining room
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1 Bathroom Photo
The psychology of Summer Shadow in a bathroom is all about the "slow down." It's a visual cue to breathe, relax, and take your time, turning a utilitarian room into a true retreat from the frantic pace of the rest of the world.
Summer Shadow — coastal bathroom
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1 Front Door Photo
A front door painted Summer Shadow makes a confident first impression without shouting. The color's depth draws the eye and signals personality before guests even step inside. Pair with crisp white trim and warm brass hardware to complete the look.
mediterranean front door featuring Summer Shadow by PPG
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1 Bedroom Photo
Summer Shadow creates a bedroom that feels deliberately calm rather than accidentally plain. The color absorbs the first rays of morning light without bouncing them back harshly, which means waking up in this environment feels gentle and gradual. Keep the window treatments simple and let the walls do the heavy lifting.
A organic modern bedroom painted in Summer Shadow
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1 Home Office Photo
Summer Shadow in a home office signals that the space was thought about. The color holds up under the scrutiny of video calls without feeling staged, and it stays comfortable across the full working day in a way that brighter colors often don't.
PPG Summer Shadow in a unique home office
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1 Patio Photo
Using Summer Shadow on outdoor furniture or structures helps them "recede" into the shadows of the garden, creating a more seamless and naturalistic look. It avoids the harsh, synthetic feel that many outdoor-specific colors can have.
wabi-sabi patio featuring Summer Shadow by PPG
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1 Living Room Photo
When applied to living room walls, Summer Shadow 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 Summer Shadow
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1 Kitchen Photo
Summer Shadow is particularly effective in kitchens with a lot of natural light. It tempers the glare from sun hitting polished surfaces, providing a matte-like visual anchor that keeps the room feeling grounded even during the brightest parts of the day.
Summer Shadow — earthy kitchen cabinets
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1 Mudroom Photo
Using Summer Shadow 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.
Summer Shadow paint in a rustic modern mudroom
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1 House Photo
The way Summer Shadow interacts with exterior lighting—like sconces or path lights—is dramatic. At night, the house takes on a protective, fortress-like quality that feels incredibly secure and welcoming to those returning home.
Summer Shadow color — maximalist house inspiration
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