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
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.
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.
Living room walls in Rock Bottom deliver a grounded, modern aesthetic.
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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.
Bedroom walls painted Rock Bottom establish a calm, sophisticated sleeping environment.
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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.
Kitchen cabinets in Rock Bottom provide a contemporary, understated elegance.
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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.
Bathroom walls in Rock Bottom create a spa-like, serene atmosphere.
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Bathroom vanity in Rock Bottom brings contemporary style to daily routines.
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Bathroom walls in Rock Bottom create a spa-inspired, tranquil retreat.
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Bathroom painted Rock Bottom offers sophisticated, durable color performance.
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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.
Home office walls in Rock Bottom support focused, professional work.
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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.
Exterior trim in Rock Bottom complements this home's architectural character.
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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.
Front door painted Rock Bottom makes a bold, welcoming statement.
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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.
Hallway walls in Rock Bottom guide visitors through this home seamlessly.
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This space showcases Rock Bottom's versatility across different room types.
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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.
Mudroom walls in Rock Bottom handle heavy traffic with style.
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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.
Kitchen cabinets in Rock Bottom combine functionality with modern design.
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Expert Perspectives
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Coordinating Colors
At LRV 74 vs 7, Reserved White is decisively the brighter choice.
At LRV 59 vs 7, Silver Strand is decisively the brighter choice.
At LRV 28 vs 7, Felted Wool is decisively the brighter choice.
Trim Color
At LRV 74 vs 7, Reserved White is decisively the brighter choice.
Similar Colors
With LRVs of 7 and 6, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
With LRVs of 7 and 6, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
With LRVs of 8 and 7, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
With LRVs of 7 and 7, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 7 vs 6), so neither reads brighter in a room.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 7 vs 7), so neither reads brighter in a room.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 8 vs 7), so neither reads brighter in a room.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 7 vs 6), so neither reads brighter in a room.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 7 vs 6), so neither reads brighter in a room.
With LRVs of 7 and 6, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
Complementary Colors
Radiant Lilac reflects far more light (LRV 28 vs 7), opening up a space where Rock Bottom encloses it.
At LRV 24 vs 7, Ruby Violet is decisively the brighter choice.
Plum Dandy reads slightly lighter (LRV 17 vs 7), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
At LRV 73 vs 7, Spangle is decisively the brighter choice.
Baroness reflects far more light (LRV 28 vs 7), opening up a space where Rock Bottom encloses it.
A 6-point LRV gap (13 vs 7) makes Vigorous Violet the marginally brighter of the two.
Grape Harvest reads slightly lighter (LRV 13 vs 7), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
Lighter Colors
At LRV 21 vs 7, Taiga is decisively the brighter choice.
A 7-point LRV gap (14 vs 7) makes Succulent the marginally brighter of the two.
Rookwood Blue Green reflects far more light (LRV 22 vs 7), opening up a space where Rock Bottom encloses it.
With LRVs of 8 and 7, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
Darker Colors
With LRVs of 7 and 4, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
With LRVs of 7 and 7, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.