Carnelian
We've categorized Carnelian as a genuinely dark Purple 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 6 room photos to see how it looks alongside coordinating accent choices.
Hex
#573E3E
LRV
5.78
Carnelian's Color Strip
Carnelian is the sixth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Sommelier and Merlot. The strip spans from Alaea at the lightest end to Merlot at the deepest. As part of strip 276, these colors are curated to work together — helpful when you're deciding how light or deep to go.
Carnelian in Real Rooms
Carnelian has a low LRV of 5.78 — 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 Purple family, the photos below show it applied in a bedroom and bathroom.
2 Bedroom Photos
The bedroom is where Carnelian 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 walls in Carnelian create a warm, enveloping retreat atmosphere.
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Walls painted Carnelian bring energetic warmth to this restful bedroom space.
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4 Bathroom Photos
Bathrooms test color in specific ways — task lighting, tile grout, and chrome or brass fixtures all compete for attention. Carnelian holds its own against all of it, and tends to photograph even better than it reads in person.
Bathroom walls in Carnelian deliver bold warmth and rich visual personality.
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Bathroom color Carnelian creates a striking, spa-inspired bathing environment.
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Walls finished Carnelian bring dramatic warmth and confident style to bathrooms.
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Bathroom painted Carnelian establishes a bold, luxurious grooming sanctuary.
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