Tricorn Black
Often used for its genuinely dark qualities, Tricorn Black 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 41 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.
Hex
#2F2F30
LRV
2.85
Tricorn Black's Color Strip
Tricorn Black is the first shade on this 7-color strip, the lightest in this coordinated family. Strip 251 makes it easy to compare shades side by side and find the right depth for your space.
Tricorn Black in Real Rooms
Tricorn Black has a low LRV of 2.85 — 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 living room, bedroom, kitchen, bathroom, home office, house, front door, dining room, misc and kitchen cabinets.
1 Living Room Photo
Few colors transition as gracefully from day to evening as Tricorn Black. In natural light, it reads clean, grounded, and modern; by candlelight or lamp, it deepens into something much more soulful. For a living room that needs to function as a bright morning coffee spot and a moody evening lounge, that tonal range is an invaluable asset.
Accent wall in dramatic Tricorn Black anchors the living room.
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7 Bedroom Photos
In the context of a primary suite, Tricorn Black suggests a boutique-hotel level of refinement. It creates a seamless flow between the sleeping area and the dressing room, providing a steadying influence that makes the morning routine feel more organized and serene.
Bedroom walls in Tricorn Black create intimate, sophisticated retreat.
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2 Kitchen Photos
Using Tricorn Black in the kitchen allows the architectural details—like open shelving or a custom range hood—to stand out. It creates a soft-focus background that makes even a simple stack of white plates look like a deliberate design choice.
Kitchen cabinets finished in Tricorn Black add modern elegance.
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A kitchen island finished in Tricorn Black anchors the cooking space.
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6 Bathroom Photos
The interaction between Tricorn Black and steam or humidity creates a beautiful, diffused atmosphere in a bathroom. It's a color that feels "alive," shifting slightly in character as the environment changes during a hot shower or a long soak.
Bathroom tile accents paired with Tricorn Black walls.
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1 Home Office Photo
For those who spend their day on camera, Tricorn Black is a highly flattering background color. It doesn't wash out skin tones or create weird reflections, providing a professional and "expensive" look for virtual meetings and presentations.
Office walls in Tricorn Black provide focused work environment.
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3 House Photos
The way Tricorn Black interacts with exterior lighting—like sconces or path lights—is dramatic. At night, the house takes on a protective, fortress-like quality that feels incredibly secure and welcoming to those returning home.
Exterior house color in Tricorn Black makes bold statement.
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Exterior siding in Tricorn Black creates a striking, minimalist home facade.
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Tricorn Black exterior cladding lends contemporary sophistication to this house.
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6 Front Door Photos
A front door in Tricorn Black is a timeless choice that won't feel dated as trends shift. It's a versatile hue that can adapt to different porch decor—from modern planters to traditional rockers—with effortless ease.
Front entry door in Tricorn Black welcomes with confidence.
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1 Dining Room Photo
Dining rooms are often the best place to take a "color risk." By choosing Tricorn Black, you're opting for a shade that is saturated and confident, yet still refined enough to act as a neutral backdrop for colorful table linens and floral arrangements.
Dining room walls in Tricorn Black enhance intimate gatherings.
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8 Misc Photos
More spaces painted in Tricorn Black, shared by homeowners and designers across kitchens, hallways, dining rooms, and beyond. This collection shows how one color can take on a dozen different personalities depending on the room.
Hallway painted Tricorn Black creates sophisticated passage.
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6 Kitchen Cabinets Photos
Cabinet color commits in a way wall color doesn't — it reads from every angle and dominates the room's material palette. Tricorn Black earns that commitment. It pairs with hardware in brass, matte black, or unlacquered bronze without fighting any of them.
Kitchen cabinets painted in Tricorn Black create a bold, contemporary look.
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Expert Perspectives
In-depth articles and real-home features from across our network of home and design sites.
Coordinating Colors
Ice Cube reflects far more light (LRV 77 vs 3), opening up a space where Tricorn Black encloses it.
Classic Light Buff reflects far more light (LRV 83 vs 3), opening up a space where Tricorn Black encloses it.
Blithe Blue reflects far more light (LRV 46 vs 3), opening up a space where Tricorn Black encloses it.
Trim Color
Ice Cube reflects far more light (LRV 77 vs 3), opening up a space where Tricorn Black encloses it.
Similar Colors
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 3 vs 3), so neither reads brighter in a room.
With LRVs of 3 and 3, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 3 vs 3), so neither reads brighter in a room.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 4 vs 3), so neither reads brighter in a room.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 4 vs 3), so neither reads brighter in a room.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 4 vs 3), so neither reads brighter in a room.
With LRVs of 4 and 3, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 4 vs 3), so neither reads brighter in a room.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 3 vs 3), so neither reads brighter in a room.
With LRVs of 4 and 3, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
Complementary Colors
Cocoon reflects far more light (LRV 15 vs 3), opening up a space where Tricorn Black encloses it.
At LRV 66 vs 3, Crushed Ice is decisively the brighter choice.
At LRV 20 vs 3, Country Tweed is decisively the brighter choice.
Chatroom reflects far more light (LRV 41 vs 3), opening up a space where Tricorn Black encloses it.
At LRV 58 vs 3, Repose Gray is decisively the brighter choice.
At LRV 69 vs 3, Solstice is decisively the brighter choice.
At Ease Soldier reflects far more light (LRV 32 vs 3), opening up a space where Tricorn Black encloses it.