Black Fox
With a focus on genuinely dark tones, Black Fox (7020) is a standout Neutral 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 28 real world scenarios and find professional pairing data below.
Hex
#4F4842
LRV
6.74
Black Fox's Color Strip
Black Fox is the seventh shade on this 7-color strip, the deepest shade in this coordinated family. As part of strip 244, these colors are curated to work together — helpful when you're deciding how light or deep to go.
Black Fox in Real Rooms
Black Fox has a low LRV of 6.74 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color. It's neutral in temperature and , making it adaptable across different lighting conditions and room orientations. Grouped in the Neutral family, the photos below show it applied in a living room, bedroom, kitchen cabinets, bathroom, home office, house, front door, kitchen and misc.
5 Living Room Photos
Black Fox provides a subtle architectural "lift" to a living room, especially those with high ceilings or intricate crown molding. The way shadows settle into the corners with this particular shade adds a layer of history and gravity to the space, making even a new build feel like it has stories to tell.
Living room walls in Black Fox create neutral sophistication.
@mybudgetrecipes
Living room walls in Black Fox create cozy sophistication.
@patinapropertiesllc
Accent wall in Black Fox adds depth to the living room.
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Wall paneling in Black Fox adds architectural interest.
@sylerconstructionkc
Accent wall in Black Fox deepens the living space.
@suzannemurraydesign
2 Bedroom Photos
Pairing Black Fox 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.
Bedroom walls painted Black Fox establish a calm retreat.
@mybudgetrecipes
Bedroom accent wall in Black Fox grounds the space.
@camden.bound
4 Kitchen Cabinets Photos
On traditional shaker-style cabinets, Black Fox brings out the clean lines and shadow gaps of the woodwork. It's a color that highlights quality craftsmanship, making it an ideal choice for a high-end renovation or a custom kitchen build.
Kitchen cabinets in Black Fox offer timeless dark appeal.
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Kitchen cabinetry in Black Fox balances dark and light.
@carynstaalcustompaint
Cabinets painted Black Fox offer enduring sophistication.
@emi_master_finishers
Kitchen storage in Black Fox delivers classic dark tones.
@emi_master_finishers
4 Bathroom Photos
The psychology of Black Fox 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.
Bathroom walls in Black Fox deliver sophisticated warmth.
@mybudgetrecipes
Bathroom vanity in Black Fox exudes timeless style.
@taylormadeinteriorsandesign
Bathroom walls in Black Fox provide serene elegance.
@thehousethatberrybuilt
Powder room painted Black Fox balances light and dark.
@rmjfarms
1 Home Office Photo
A home office in Black Fox 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.
Home office walls in Black Fox balance greige undertones.
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3 House Photos
Exterior paint earns its keep over years, not months — it needs to handle bleaching summers, wet winters, and the slow shifts of a neighborhood's context. Black Fox has the depth and pigment quality to age gracefully through all of it.
House exterior in Black Fox presents classic curb appeal.
@mybudgetrecipes
Exterior home painted Black Fox showcases striking contrast.
@compactcottages
House siding in Black Fox creates bold exterior appeal.
@carbineandassociates
4 Front Door Photos
Front door color is the one exterior choice that gets examined up close. Black Fox rewards that scrutiny — it has the kind of depth that looks richer the closer you get, rather than flatter. Pair with polished or unlacquered brass hardware for the best result.
Front door painted Black Fox welcomes with understated elegance.
@mybudgetrecipes
Entryway door in Black Fox makes a strong first impression.
@thebrooksidestory
Front door finished Black Fox commands attention.
@ggpaintingiowa
Entry door in Black Fox welcomes with quiet sophistication.
@ourhomeon9th
3 Kitchen Photos
In a modern kitchen, Black Fox provides the necessary "organic" touch to offset stainless steel appliances and glass backsplashes. It prevents the kitchen from feeling like a laboratory, injecting a much-needed sense of domestic warmth and culinary inspiration.
Kitchen space painted Black Fox balances warmth and depth.
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Kitchen walls in Black Fox create intimate cooking space.
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Kitchen cabinetry finished Black Fox offers timeless appeal.
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2 Misc Photos
In laundry rooms, Black Fox adds a surprising level of "design" to a space that is often forgotten. It proves that even the most utilitarian rooms deserve a color that feels considered, intentional, and calming.
Shiplap wall paneling in Black Fox adds architectural charm.
@sylerconstructionkc
Accent wall in Black Fox deepens the living room.
@suzannemurraydesign
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