Black Magic
Sherwin-Williams Black Magic (6991) carries the measured structure of its color data and the less predictable beauty of paint in a finished space. Its neutral temperature leaves room for surrounding materials and light to pull the color warmer or cooler. Treat the digital swatch as an opening note, then watch a physical sample from morning light through evening lamps.
Hex
#323132LRV
3.13
Black Magic's Color Strip
Black Magic is the third shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Caviar and Inkwell. The strip spans from Tricorn Black at the lightest end to Iron Ore at the deepest. As part of strip 251, these colors are curated to work together — helpful when you're deciding how light or deep to go.
Black Magic in Rooms
Follow Black Magic from one space to another and watch how light, scale and surrounding materials reshape its character. 50 sourced room photos offer a closer look at the color in lived-in settings.
5 Bedroom Photos
The 5 bedroom images turn a neutral swatch into something more spatial and expressive. Its muted saturation softens the color’s edges, making texture and shadow part of the composition.
Bedroom accent wall in Black Magic creates dramatic contrast.
@interiors_kdm
Wall painted Black Magic makes a bold bedroom statement.
@made_by_pietrek
Accent wall in Black Magic grounds the bedroom space.
@simplymadehome
Bedroom accent wall in Black Magic adds moody depth.
@malibustaging
Bedroom interior with Black Magic accent wall creates drama.
@taralewinteriors
12 Living Room Photos
12 living room images place Black Magic (6991) in a space shaped by conversation, quiet evenings and changing daylight. With an LRV of 3.1, it carries enough visual weight to make light, trim and texture feel especially deliberate.
Living room wall in Black Magic delivers moody elegance.
@jillysue317
5 Bathroom Photos
Black Magic (6991) can change noticeably under window light, mirrors and focused task lighting. Sample it beside the finishes that will remain in the room.
Bathroom walls in Black Magic provide an elegant, moody backdrop.
@walnutandpinedesign
Black Magic on the bathroom walls creates intimate, spa-like ambiance.
@thejimenezcasa
Black Magic transforms the bathroom with rich, dramatic color.
@brah.holler.farms
The bathroom features Black Magic walls for contemporary elegance.
@oatmeal_modern
Bathroom walls in Black Magic establish serene elegance.
@oatmeal_modern
6 Kitchen Cabinets Photos
Against countertops, hardware, splashbacks and flooring, Black Magic (6991) may feel quieter, sharper or more atmospheric than the digital swatch alone. With an LRV of 3.1, it carries enough visual weight to make light, trim and texture feel especially deliberate.
Kitchen cabinets painted Black Magic make a striking focal point.
@rosewoodcustombuilders
1 Kitchen Photo
Against stone, timber, tile and metal finishes, Black Magic (6991) may feel quieter, sharper or more atmospheric than the digital swatch alone. With an LRV of 3.1, it carries enough visual weight to make light, trim and texture feel especially deliberate.
A kitchen island in Black Magic anchors this modern space.
@redrosesandrust
6 Front Door Photos
Black Magic (6991) moves through 6 front door images without becoming a fixed prescription for the room. Its neutral temperature gives the surrounding palette unusual influence over the final mood.
The front door painted Black Magic welcomes guests boldly.
@inspiringaccents
7 House Photos
Its place within 2015 Unrestrained and Creative hints at the range of palettes it can inhabit. In this setting, let full daylight, cloud cover and long evening shadows and roofing, masonry, timber, planting and trim guide the final sample decision.
Exterior siding in Black Magic creates curb appeal and drama.
@cambridgeclassichomes
7 Misc Photos
In an assortment of spaces that reveals the color outside a single design formula, the most interesting quality of Black Magic (6991) may be the way it responds to a changing mix of architectural details and personal finishes. The grey hue classifications suggest the subtle directions the color may take as the room changes.
Furniture painted Black Magic gains renewed visual interest.
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1 Dining Room Photo
1 dining room image place Black Magic (6991) in a gathering space that can move from daylight to ceremony. With an LRV of 3.1, it carries enough visual weight to make light, trim and texture feel especially deliberate.
The dining room walls in Black Magic evoke refined sophistication.
@sage_and_sycamore
Coordinating Colors
Snowbound reflects far more light (LRV 83 vs 3), opening up a space where Black Magic encloses it.
At LRV 83 vs 3, Lemon Meringue is decisively the brighter choice.
At LRV 46 vs 3, Anjou Pear is decisively the brighter choice.
Trim Color
Snowbound reflects far more light (LRV 83 vs 3), opening up a space where Black Magic encloses it.
Similar Colors
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 3 vs 3), so neither reads brighter in a room.
With LRVs of 3 and 3, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 3 vs 3), so neither reads brighter in a room.
With LRVs of 4 and 3, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 4 vs 3), so neither reads brighter in a room.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 4 vs 3), so neither reads brighter in a room.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 4 vs 3), so neither reads brighter in a room.
With LRVs of 4 and 3, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 5 vs 3), so neither reads brighter in a room.
With LRVs of 4 and 3, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
Complementary Colors
Kingston reflects far more light (LRV 70 vs 3), opening up a space where Black Magic encloses it.
Window Pane reflects far more light (LRV 72 vs 3), opening up a space where Black Magic encloses it.
At LRV 60 vs 3, Piedmont is decisively the brighter choice.
Holly Glen reflects far more light (LRV 57 vs 3), opening up a space where Black Magic encloses it.
Glimmer reflects far more light (LRV 78 vs 3), opening up a space where Black Magic encloses it.
At LRV 34 vs 3, Agate Green is decisively the brighter choice.
Courtyard reads slightly lighter (LRV 9 vs 3), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
Lighter Colors
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 3 vs 3), so neither reads brighter in a room.
Color Codes
Manufacturer description
For those who don't shy away from bold palettes, this black makes a bewitching statement in any space. It has a slight warmth that feels deliciously enticing.