
Mount Etna
Mount Etna is a genuinely dark Blue from Sherwin-Williams. Our real-world data shows it is a primary choice when homeowners need to anchor a room without demanding the spotlight. Below, you'll find 15 examples of this shade in actual homes along with suggested color relationships.
Hex
#3D484C
LRV
6.17
Mount Etna's Color Strip
Mount Etna is the second shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Cascades and Gale Force. The strip spans from Cascades at the lightest end to Marea Baja at the deepest. Strip 279 puts these related shades in sequence, making it simple to find the tone that suits your room.
Mount Etna in Real Rooms
Mount Etna has a low LRV of 6.17 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color. It's cool-toned and , so it will lean blue or gray under cool north-facing light and soften in warmer evening light. Grouped in the Blue family, the photos below show it applied in a misc, home office, dining room, kitchen cabinets and living room.

6 Misc Photos
Mount Etna shows up in some unexpected spaces in these photos — hallways, laundry rooms, and accent walls. Each one makes the case that the color's versatility extends well beyond the obvious applications into every corner of the home.

SW Mount Etna hallway interior
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1 Home Office Photo
Mount Etna in a home office signals that the space was thought about. The color holds up under the scrutiny of video calls without feeling staged, and it stays comfortable across the full working day in a way that brighter colors often don't.

Sherwin Williams Mount Etna home office color
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3 Dining Room Photos
In a formal dining room, Mount Etna provides a sophisticated backdrop for artwork and large-scale mirrors. The color's depth helps to "absorb" the room's edges, making the flickering light of candles and the sparkle of glassware the stars of the show.

Sherwin Williams Mount Etna Dining Room
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Sherwin Williams Mount Etna Dining Room
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Sherwin Williams Mount Etna Dining Room
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3 Kitchen Cabinets Photos
The depth of Mount Etna on kitchen cabinets is excellent for hiding the inevitable wear and tear of a busy kitchen. It's a practical choice that doesn't sacrifice an ounce of style, providing a durable-looking finish that remains elegant for years.

Sherwin Williams Mount Etna kitchen cabinets paint
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Sw Mount Etna Kitchen Cabinets
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Mount Etna Kitchen Cabinets
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2 Living Room Photos
In a living room, Mount Etna acts as a bridge between the indoors and the view outside. It carries the organic weight of the natural world into the home, allowing the greenery from windows to pop while keeping the interior feeling protected and private. Pair it with oversized plants and ceramic vessels for a full organic-modern aesthetic.

Sherwin Williams Mount Etna living room paint
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Sw Mount Etna Living Room
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Coordinating Colors
Trim Color
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