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1,877 Dark House Photos

Dark tones can completely transform a House. Explore 1,877 real photos across 821 colors to find the right shade for your space.

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Arresting Auburn on an exterior reads differently at different scales: approachable up close, commanding from the street. It works especially well on houses with good trim detail, where the contrast between wall and trim can do real visual work.

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Arresting Auburn color — maximalist house inspiration

Arresting Auburn color — maximalist house inspiration

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On a traditional or historic home, Artifact acts as a restorative force. It brings out the dignity of the original craftsmanship while making the structure feel relevant to the 21st century. It's a "new classic" in every sense.

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Artifact color — rustic modern house inspiration

Artifact color — rustic modern house inspiration

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Using Backdrop on an exterior allows you to be more creative with your landscaping. The color provides a dark, rich backdrop that makes the greens of boxwoods or the colors of perennials look much more vivid and professional.

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Sherwin Williams Backdrop Exterior

Home exterior siding in Backdrop offers understated curb appeal with traditional charm.

@watsonsoutwest

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Using Armory on an exterior allows you to be more creative with your landscaping. The color provides a dark, rich backdrop that makes the greens of boxwoods or the colors of perennials look much more vivid and professional.

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Armory color — traditional house inspiration

Armory color — traditional house inspiration

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In suburban environments, Autumn Purple 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.

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Autumn Purple House Exterior

House exterior painted in striking Autumn Purple.

@ilenemitnick

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On a traditional or historic home, Asphalt acts as a restorative force. It brings out the dignity of the original craftsmanship while making the structure feel relevant to the 21st century. It's a "new classic" in every sense.

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Bm Asphalt Exterior

Exterior trim in deep Asphalt contrasts sharply with lighter facade materials.

@herbertpainting

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On a traditional or historic home, Arrowhead acts as a restorative force. It brings out the dignity of the original craftsmanship while making the structure feel relevant to the 21st century. It's a "new classic" in every sense.

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Behr Arrowhead house exterior paint review

Deep gray exterior siding in Arrowhead defines this home's strong character.

@_mama_ginger

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Atlantic Shoreline on an exterior reads differently at different scales: approachable up close, commanding from the street. It works especially well on houses with good trim detail, where the contrast between wall and trim can do real visual work.

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Behr Atlantic Shoreline exterior color review

The exterior painted in Atlantic Shoreline captures oceanic color in a sophisticated home façade.

@design.with.purpose_

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On a traditional or historic home, Beacon Blue acts as a restorative force. It brings out the dignity of the original craftsmanship while making the structure feel relevant to the 21st century. It's a "new classic" in every sense.

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Behr Beacon Blue house exterior color paint

Exterior siding in Beacon Blue makes a striking architectural statement.

@oshunsorchard

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The way Ashes of Roses 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.

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Little Greene Ashes of Roses 6 door

Exterior door painted Ashes of Roses blends seamlessly with period stonework.

@by_me_katie

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For coastal or high-exposure homes, Baked Cherry is a smart choice. It has the complexity to look good even when dusted with salt or slightly weathered, maintaining its "intentional" look even when the elements are at their peak.

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Little Greene Baked Cherry 14 exterior

House exterior painted Baked Cherry presents warm, inviting curb appeal.

@kraski.englishcolors

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When choosing Bear Cub for an exterior, you are opting for a color that respects the landscape. It feels like it grew out of the earth rather than being dropped onto it, creating a harmonious relationship between the architecture and the garden.

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Bear Cub color — eclectic house inspiration

Bear Cub color — eclectic house inspiration

@simplywalldecor

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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. Bark has the depth and pigment quality to age gracefully through all of it.

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Bark color — maximalist house inspiration

Bark color — maximalist house inspiration

@simplywalldecor

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On the exterior, Artillery holds up across all lighting conditions — crisp in full sun, rich and dimensional on overcast days. It pairs especially well with white trim, black window frames, and natural stone, giving the home a timeless, curated presence.

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Artillery color — rustic modern house inspiration

Artillery color — rustic modern house inspiration

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