Midnight
We've categorized Midnight 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 4 room photos to see how it looks alongside coordinating accent choices.
Hex
#5D5962
LRV
10.35
Midnight's Color Strip
Midnight is the sixth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Exclusive Plum and Quixotic Plum. The strip spans from Unique Gray at the lightest end to Quixotic Plum at the deepest. Strip 228 puts these related shades in sequence, making it simple to find the tone that suits your room.
Midnight in Real Rooms
Midnight has a low LRV of 10.35 — 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 house, front door and misc.
2 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. Midnight has the depth and pigment quality to age gracefully through all of it.
Home facade in deep Midnight creates dramatic architectural presence.
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Exterior trim and siding in Midnight establish bold visual contrast.
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1 Front Door Photo
Front door color is the one exterior choice that gets examined up close. Midnight 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 in Midnight makes a striking architectural statement.
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1 Misc Photo
See how Midnight is used in narrow hallways to create a "gallery" feel. The color provides a steady, rhythmic background that allows a series of framed photos or art pieces to feel like a cohesive, professional installation.
Wall surface in Midnight delivers moody, sophisticated depth.
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