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245 Dark Patio Photos

Dark tones can completely transform a Patio. Explore 245 real photos across 209 colors to find the right shade for your space.

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Exterior color behaves differently than interior — there's more bleaching, more weather, and more competition from the natural surroundings. Decorous Amber holds its character in open light and tends to look even better after a few seasons than it does fresh from the can.

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warm patio featuring Decorous Amber by Sherwin-Williams

warm patio featuring Decorous Amber by Sherwin-Williams

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Exterior color behaves differently than interior — there's more bleaching, more weather, and more competition from the natural surroundings. Deep Maroon holds its character in open light and tends to look even better after a few seasons than it does fresh from the can.

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aesthetic patio featuring Deep Maroon by Sherwin-Williams

aesthetic patio featuring Deep Maroon by Sherwin-Williams

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On a deck or patio floor, Crimson Red provides a cool, sophisticated surface that feels modern and clean. It's a great way to update an old wooden deck, giving it a high-end "architectural" feel with just a simple change of tone.

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aesthetic patio featuring Crimson Red by Sherwin-Williams

aesthetic patio featuring Crimson Red by Sherwin-Williams

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Exterior color behaves differently than interior — there's more bleaching, more weather, and more competition from the natural surroundings. Craft Paper holds its character in open light and tends to look even better after a few seasons than it does fresh from the can.

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rustic modern patio featuring Craft Paper by Sherwin-Williams

rustic modern patio featuring Craft Paper by Sherwin-Williams

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Exterior color behaves differently than interior — there's more bleaching, more weather, and more competition from the natural surroundings. Dewberry holds its character in open light and tends to look even better after a few seasons than it does fresh from the can.

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minimalist patio featuring Dewberry by Sherwin-Williams

minimalist patio featuring Dewberry by Sherwin-Williams

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Cruising on a patio surface or garden wall creates a visual anchor that ties together furniture, plantings, and architecture. It reads as intentional in a way that natural wood or stone alone rarely achieves, providing a polished "finished" look to the landscape.

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coastal patio featuring Cruising by Sherwin-Williams

coastal patio featuring Cruising by Sherwin-Williams

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Dazzle is particularly effective when used on a garden wall as a backdrop for plants. The deep tone makes the bright greens of leaves and the vibrant colors of flowers look almost neon in their intensity, creating a high-design garden look.

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mediterranean patio featuring Dazzle by Sherwin-Williams

mediterranean patio featuring Dazzle by Sherwin-Williams

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Darkroom on a patio or porch provides a sense of "enclosure" even in an open space. It defines the boundaries of the outdoor room, making it feel more private, secure, and ready for relaxation.

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contemporary patio featuring Darkroom by Sherwin-Williams

contemporary patio featuring Darkroom by Sherwin-Williams

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The way Crooked River interacts with fire—whether from a fire pit or outdoor torches—is magical. It catches the orange glow and creates a warm, flickering atmosphere that is perfect for late-night outdoor entertaining.

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rustic modern patio featuring Crooked River by Sherwin-Williams

rustic modern patio featuring Crooked River by Sherwin-Williams

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Outside, Dark Woods takes on a completely different life. Whether on deck boards, patio furniture, a fence, or a garden wall, it weathers beautifully and holds its character in open light. It is a natural companion to stone, weathered wood, and greenery.

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boho patio featuring Dark Woods by PPG

boho patio featuring Dark Woods by PPG

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Exterior color behaves differently than interior — there's more bleaching, more weather, and more competition from the natural surroundings. Cracked Slate holds its character in open light and tends to look even better after a few seasons than it does fresh from the can.

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wabi-sabi patio featuring Cracked Slate by PPG

wabi-sabi patio featuring Cracked Slate by PPG

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Dark Granite on a patio surface or garden wall creates a visual anchor that ties together furniture, plantings, and architecture. It reads as intentional in a way that natural wood or stone alone rarely achieves, providing a polished "finished" look to the landscape.

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warm patio featuring Dark Granite by PPG

warm patio featuring Dark Granite by PPG

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In sun-drenched climates, Deconstruction is a practical choice that helps reduce the glare from the patio floor. It absorbs the harsh light, making the outdoor space more comfortable for the eyes during the peak hours of the day.

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boho patio featuring Deconstruction by PPG

boho patio featuring Deconstruction by PPG

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Using Curlew on outdoor furniture or structures helps them "recede" into the shadows of the garden, creating a more seamless and naturalistic look. It avoids the harsh, synthetic feel that many outdoor-specific colors can have.

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aesthetic patio featuring Curlew by PPG

aesthetic patio featuring Curlew by PPG

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Dark Ash is particularly effective when used on a garden wall as a backdrop for plants. The deep tone makes the bright greens of leaves and the vibrant colors of flowers look almost neon in their intensity, creating a high-design garden look.

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warm patio featuring Dark Ash by PPG

warm patio featuring Dark Ash by PPG

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