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Night Watch

Often used for its genuinely dark qualities, Night Watch remains a staple for Sherwin-Williams designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to anchor a room without demanding the spotlight. We've gathered 2 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.

Hex

#303636

LRV

3.54

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Light Reflectance Value
3.54
Dark
TemperatureNeutral

Night Watch in Real Rooms

Night Watch has a low LRV of 3.54 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color. It's neutral in temperature, making it adaptable across different lighting conditions and room orientations. Grouped in the Green family, the photos below show it applied in a living room.

2 Living Room Photos

Choosing Night Watch for a main living area is a commitment to timelessness. It avoids the trend-cycle fatigue of brighter hues, offering a sophisticated neutrality that can be reimagined every few years simply by swapping out textiles or accent pillows. It is the ultimate foundation for an evolving home.

SW Night Watch living room paint review

A living room painted in Night Watch feels naturally calm and grounded.

@mypalletwall

SW Night Watch living room color

Walls finished in Night Watch bring contemplative depth to the space.

@mypalletwall

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Color Codes

HEX#303636
RGB48, 54, 54
HSL180° 6% 20%
CMYK11 0 0 79
CIE LabL: 22.1 a: -2.6 b: -0.9
XYZX: 3.20 Y: 3.53 Z: 4.00