Sherwin-Williams • 6993

Black Of Night

Name: Sherwin-Williams Black Of Night 6993
Brand: Sherwin-Williams

We've categorized Black Of Night as a genuinely dark Neutral 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 14 room photos to see how it looks alongside coordinating accent choices.

Hex

#323639

LRV

3.64

Light Reflectance Value

3.64

dark

Temperatureneutral

SaturationMuted

Black Of Night's Color Strip

Black Of Night is the fifth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Inkwell and Greenblack. The strip spans from Tricorn Black at the lightest end to Iron Ore at the deepest. Strip 251 puts these related shades in sequence, making it simple to find the tone that suits your room.

C1Tricorn Black C2Caviar C3Black Magic C4Inkwell C5Black Of Night

C6Greenblack C7Iron Ore

Black Of Night in Real Rooms

Black Of Night has a low LRV of 3.64 — 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, bathroom, kitchen cabinets, house, front door and misc.

4 Living Room Photos

For open-concept living rooms, Black Of Night is a powerful tool for definition. It has enough presence to signal where the living area begins without creating a harsh visual break from the rest of the house. It defines the "zone" of relaxation through color psychology and sophisticated depth.

Sherwin Williams Black Of Night Accent Wall

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Accent Wall

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Sherwin Williams Black Of Night Living Room

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Sherwin Williams Black Of Night Living Room

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2 Bedroom Photos

The bedroom is where Black Of Night really earns its place as a sanctuary. Away from direct sunlight, the color settles into a rich, cocooning tone that actively promotes rest and psychological slowing. Pair it with crisp white bedding and warm-toned wood nightstands to keep the overall palette from feeling too heavy or closed-in.

Bedroom

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Sw Black Of Night Bedroom

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2 Bathroom Photos

Bathrooms test color in specific ways — task lighting, tile grout, and chrome or brass fixtures all compete for attention. Black Of Night holds its own against all of it, and tends to photograph even better than it reads in person.

Sw 6993 Bathroom

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Sherwin Williams Black Of Night Bathroom

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1 Kitchen Cabinets Photo

Black Of Night on cabinets gives a kitchen a sense of intentionality without the risk that comes with louder choices. It's grounded enough to feel permanent, versatile enough to work with whatever countertop material surrounds it.

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1 House Photo

When choosing Black Of Night for an exterior, you are opting for a color that respects the landscape. It feels like it grew out of the earth rather than being dropped onto it, creating a harmonious relationship between the architecture and the garden.

Sw Black Of Night Exterior

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2 Front Door Photos

In a world of boring front doors, Black Of Night is a breath of fresh air. It's a sophisticated choice that works with almost any siding color, providing a much-needed focal point that guides guests naturally toward the entrance.

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Door

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2 Misc Photos

Observe the use of Black Of Night on architectural "oddities"—slanted ceilings, built-in nooks, or under-stair closets. The color helps these strange angles feel like deliberate design features rather than construction afterthoughts.