Grand Canal
We've categorized Grand Canal as a genuinely dark Blue 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 7 room photos to see how it looks alongside coordinating accent choices.
Hex
#3C797D
LRV
16.22
Grand Canal's Color Strip
Grand Canal is the sixth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Cloudburst and Really Teal. The strip spans from Meander Blue at the lightest end to Really Teal at the deepest. Strip 171 puts these related shades in sequence, making it simple to find the tone that suits your room.
Grand Canal in Real Rooms
Grand Canal has a low LRV of 16.22 — 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 Blue family, the photos below show it applied in a living room, misc and front door.
4 Living Room Photos
For open-concept living rooms, Grand Canal 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.
Deep teal walls in Grand Canal anchor this living room with sophisticated color.
@sarahthepainterllc
Rich Grand Canal walls bring dramatic elegance to the entire living area.
@sarahthepainterllc
Grand Canal walls establish a refined focal point in this living room.
@gandyhomegroup
Jewel-toned Grand Canal walls create intimate ambiance in the seating area.
@gandyhomegroup
1 Misc Photo
More spaces painted in Grand Canal, shared by homeowners and designers across kitchens, hallways, dining rooms, and beyond. This collection shows how one color can take on a dozen different personalities depending on the room.
A painted dresser in Grand Canal adds moody depth to bedroom storage.
@downhome_dixie
2 Front Door Photos
A front door in Grand Canal changes the entire read of a facade without requiring a renovation. The color is strong enough to register from the street but refined enough not to feel like a statement for its own sake. It's the "handshake" of the home.
The front door painted Grand Canal makes a bold, inviting statement.
@bell_n_brick.bungalow
An exterior door in Grand Canal commands attention with rich color presence.
@refinendesign
