Sherwin-Williams • 7061

Night Owl

Name: Sherwin-Williams Night Owl 7061
Brand: Sherwin-Williams

We've categorized Night Owl 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 36 room photos to see how it looks alongside coordinating accent choices.

Hex

#63655F

LRV

12.82

Light Reflectance Value

12.82

dark

Temperatureneutral

SaturationBright

Night Owl's Color Strip

Night Owl is the sixth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Attitude Gray and Laurel Woods. The strip spans from Silver Strand at the lightest end to Laurel Woods at the deepest. Strip 237 makes it easy to compare shades side by side and find the right depth for your space.

C1Silver Strand C2Magnetic Gray C3Unusual Gray C4Illusive Green C5Attitude Gray C6Night Owl

C7Laurel Woods

Night Owl in Real Rooms

Night Owl has a low LRV of 12.82 — 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 bathroom, bedroom, front door, home office, house, kitchen, living room, misc and kitchen cabinets.

2 Bathroom Photos

In the bathroom, Night Owl brings a spa-like intentionality to the space. It responds well to task lighting and natural light alike, and pairs beautifully with white fixtures, warm wood vanities, or brushed brass hardware for a polished, restful result.

Night Owl Bathroom

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Sw 7061 Bathroom

@thehilltophomestead

1 Bedroom Photo

Night Owl creates a bedroom that feels deliberately calm rather than accidentally plain. The color absorbs the first rays of morning light without bouncing them back harshly, which means waking up in this environment feels gentle and gradual. Keep the window treatments simple and let the walls do the heavy lifting.

Night Owl Bedroom

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4 Front Door Photos

Front door color is the one exterior choice that gets examined up close. Night Owl 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.

Night Owl Front Door

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Sherwin Williams Night Owl SW 7062 door

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Sherwin Williams Night Owl front door color

@littlebluecabin_inthewoods

Sw 7061 Front Door

@h0use.0n.the.hill

1 Home Office Photo

In a workspace, Night Owl helps to reduce "visual noise," allowing your mind to focus on the task at hand. It provides a steady, non-distracting horizon line that is particularly helpful for those in creative or high-concentration fields.

Night Owl Home Office

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13 House Photos

In suburban environments, Night Owl provides a sophisticated point of difference. It stands out from the sea of beige and grey without being "that house" that's too loud. It's the subtle, high-end choice that improves the curb appeal of the entire block.

Night Owl House

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1 Kitchen Photo

Night Owl is particularly effective in kitchens with a lot of natural light. It tempers the glare from sun hitting polished surfaces, providing a matte-like visual anchor that keeps the room feeling grounded even during the brightest parts of the day.

Night Owl Kitchen

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3 Living Room Photos

Night Owl provides a subtle architectural "lift" to a living room, especially those with high ceilings or intricate crown molding. The way shadows settle into the corners with this particular shade adds a layer of history and gravity to the space, making even a new build feel like it has stories to tell.

Night Owl Living Room

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SW Night Owl living room interior

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Sherwin Williams Night Owl living room

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4 Misc Photos

In walk-in closets or pantries, Night Owl provides a dark, sophisticated backdrop that makes your belongings look organized and curated. It turns a storage space into a boutique-like experience every time you open the door.

Sw Night Owl Painted Storage

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Sw Night Owl Hallway

@bethfisherdesigns

Sherwin Williams SW 7061 painted storage

@browneyedfox

Sw Night Owl Accent Wall

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7 Kitchen Cabinets Photos

On traditional shaker-style cabinets, Night Owl brings out the clean lines and shadow gaps of the woodwork. It's a color that highlights quality craftsmanship, making it an ideal choice for a high-end renovation or a custom kitchen build.

Sherwin Williams Night Owl kitchen cabinets color

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Expert Perspectives

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