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Rock Bottom

Rock Bottom is a genuinely dark Green 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 29 examples of this shade in actual homes along with suggested color relationships.

Hex

#484C49

LRV

7.04

Light Reflectance Value
7.04
dark
Temperatureneutral
SaturationMuted

Rock Bottom's Color Strip

Rock Bottom is the second shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Thunder Gray and Foxhall Green. The strip spans from Thunder Gray at the lightest end to Palm Leaf at the deepest. Strip 278 makes it easy to compare shades side by side and find the right depth for your space.

Rock Bottom in Real Rooms

Rock Bottom has a low LRV of 7.04 — 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 Green family, the photos below show it applied in a living room, bedroom, kitchen, bathroom, home office, house, front door, misc, mudroom and kitchen cabinets.

Color Strip 278

6 Living Room Photos

Rock Bottom 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.

Rock Bottom SW 7062 by sherwin williams 7062 living room

Rock Bottom SW 7062 by sherwin williams 7062 living room

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1 Bedroom Photo

Pairing Rock Bottom with tonal textures—like a silk rug or a bouclé chair—creates a layered, monochromatic look that is the height of sophistication for a bedroom. It proves that you don't need high-contrast colors to create a room that feels high-design and deeply personal.

By sherwin williams 7062 bedroom painted in Sherwin-Williams Rock Bottom

By sherwin williams 7062 bedroom painted in Sherwin-Williams Rock Bottom

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1 Kitchen Photo

In a farmhouse or traditional kitchen, Rock Bottom adds a layer of modern relevance. It updates classic cabinetry and apron-front sinks without clashing with the traditional "bones" of the house, offering a bridge between the old and the new.

Sherwin Williams Rock Bottom by sherwin williams 7062 kitchen cabinets

Sherwin Williams Rock Bottom by sherwin williams 7062 kitchen cabinets

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4 Bathroom Photos

The psychology of Rock Bottom in a bathroom is all about the "slow down." It's a visual cue to breathe, relax, and take your time, turning a utilitarian room into a true retreat from the frantic pace of the rest of the world.

Gray by sherwin williams 7062 bathroom in Rock Bottom by Sherwin Williams

Gray by sherwin williams 7062 bathroom in Rock Bottom by Sherwin Williams

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SW Rock Bottom bathroom vanity color

SW Rock Bottom bathroom vanity color

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Sherwin Williams Rock Bottom bathroom color

Sherwin Williams Rock Bottom bathroom color

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Sherwin Williams Rock Bottom bathroom

Sherwin Williams Rock Bottom bathroom

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1 Home Office Photo

A home office in Rock Bottom strikes the perfect balance between focused and inviting. The color grounds the room without feeling corporate, and its depth gives the space a sense of purpose. Pair with dark wood furniture to make long working hours feel more comfortable.

SW 7062 by sherwin williams 7062 home office inspiration

SW 7062 by sherwin williams 7062 home office inspiration

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6 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. Rock Bottom has the depth and pigment quality to age gracefully through all of it.

Rock Bottom by sherwin williams 7062 house color review

Rock Bottom by sherwin williams 7062 house color review

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1 Front Door Photo

Front door color is the one exterior choice that gets examined up close. Rock Bottom 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.

Gray by sherwin williams 7062 front door with Rock Bottom SW 7062

Gray by sherwin williams 7062 front door with Rock Bottom SW 7062

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2 Misc Photos

See how Rock Bottom 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.

Sherwin Williams Rock Bottom Hallway

Sherwin Williams Rock Bottom Hallway

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Rock Bottom Review

Rock Bottom Review

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1 Mudroom Photo

Painting mudroom cubbies and benches in Rock Bottom creates a built-in look that feels like a deliberate part of the home's architecture. It turns a utilitarian storage area into a sophisticated "moment" in the house's layout.

Sw 7062 Laundry Room

Sw 7062 Laundry Room

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6 Kitchen Cabinets Photos

For an island-only application, Rock Bottom provides a stunning focal point. It anchors the center of the room, creating a "furniture piece" feel that contrasts beautifully with lighter perimeter cabinets and draws people toward the heart of the kitchen.

Rock Bottom kitchen cabinets color review

Rock Bottom kitchen cabinets color review

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Color Codes

HEX#484C49
RGB72, 76, 73
HSL135° 3% 29%
CMYK5 0 4 70
CIE LabL: 31.9 a: -2.3 b: 1.2
XYZX: 6.46 Y: 7.03 Z: 7.32
Strip278 pos. C2