Sherwin Williams Black of Night SW 6993

Official page:Black of Night SW 6993
Code:SW 6993
Name:Black of Night
Brand:Sherwin Williams

What color is Sherwin Williams Black of Night?

Sherwin Williams SW 6993 Black of Night is a deep and rich hue that brings a sense of sophistication to any space. To complement this striking color, consider pairing it with SW 7006 Extra White for a bold contrast that adds a modern touch. For a more dramatic look, mix SW 6993 with SW 7029 Agreeable Gray to create a luxurious and elegant atmosphere. This versatile shade can be enhanced by incorporating accents in SW 6187 Rose Embroidery for a romantic and chic aesthetic. Embrace the timeless allure of Black of Night by combining it with SW 6204 Sea Salt for a harmonious and calming color palette.

Black of Night for bedroom

We’ve hand-picked a beautiful collection of photos of this amazing Beige shade used in real bedrooms. Take a look and imagine how this wonderful cool Dark paint color could transform your own bedroom space.

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Sherwin Williams SW 6993 for bathroom

Looking for inspiration for your dream bathroom renovation project? These beautiful handpicked photos will show you this delightfully cool Dark real bathrooms.

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Sherwin Williams SW 6993 on kitchen cabinets

Want a stylish kitchen? View real-life photo examples of this fascinating cool hue is paired with backsplashes, countertops, and hardware.

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Black of Night for exterior

Looking for a fresh new look for your house exterior or starting from skretch? We’ve collected pictures of real-life homes that have been painted with this cool hue. Find inspiration for your house’s exterior, front doors, gates, shutters, frames or windows.

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Sherwin Williams Black of Night reviews

View the photos of real spaces painted with this that were not included in specific categories.Close-ups, painted furniture, storages and dressers, hallways, stairs and ceilings.

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What are Sherwin Williams Black of Night undertones?

The undertone of Black of Night can be accurately described as a Blue hue, as is apparent from the color space provided. By isolating the pure hue and eliminating any tints, tones, and shades, we were able to precisely determine its undertone. This approach has proven to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.

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HEX value

HEX value:

#323639

RGB code:

50, 54, 57

Is Sherwin Williams Black of Night SW 6993 cool or warm?

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With a hue of 206° thisblackrefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

SW 6993 Black of Night HSL code: 206, 7%, 21%

Hue - degree on a color wheel from 0 to 360. 0 is red, 120 is green, and 240 is blue.
Saturation is expressed as a percentage. At 0%, it appears as a shade of grey, and at 100%, it is in full color..
Lightness is also a percentage value. 0% is black, and 100% is white.

  • Cooler hues have a calm and relaxation effect
  • Cool grey shades are versatile and provide a neutral canvas for your interior design. They seamlessly complement any style, whether it's Victorian, Scandinavian, or Modern.
  • Dark, cool shades create a dramatic and sophisticated atmosphere, making them a great choice for bedrooms and living rooms when you want to make a bold yet calming statement. However, be cautious about using dark, cool colors in small spaces, as they can make the room feel smaller and more enclosed.

Act like a pro: Mixing warm and cool shades is a must have to get harmonius interior. Add accents that contrast with the primary color to create visual balance. If your walls are a warm color, don’t forget to add accent in cold colors (furniture, art, décor). A good practice is too use a complementary color scheme.

How light temperature affects Black of Night

Natural Lighting. During the day, natural light shifts from about 2000 K at sunrise/sunset to 5500–6500 K at noon.

In addition, natural‑light temperature depends on its direction:

Direction of sunlightVisible temp.HueDuration
NorthCoolBluishAll day
EastWarmYellowBefore noon
WestWarmOrange‑redAfter noon
SouthWarmOrange‑yellowAll day

Artificial Lighting. When choosing bulbs, pay attention to their color‑temperature (Kelvins).
Use the slider to see how this black shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Sherwin Williams Black of Night:

Monochromatic color scheme

Monochromatic color scheme

This scheme consists of various shades, tints, and tones of a single color. While it offers a perfect combination of hues, without accent décor it may become monotonous.

Lighter shades

Complementary color scheme

Complementary color scheme

This color scheme is a combination of two shades that are opposite each other on the color wheel. The high contrast between these colors creates a vibrant and dynamic visual effect. For the color Black of Night with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 26, such as Sherwin Williams Truly Taupe and Heavenly White.

LRV of Black of Night

Black of Night has an LRV of 3.64% and refers to Dark colors which means that this color almost does not reflect lightWhy LRV is important?

Light Reflectance Value scale illustration

Light Reflectance Value measures the amount of visible and usable light that reflects from a painted surface.
Simply put, the higher the LRV of a paint color, the brighter the room you will get.
The scale goes from 0% (absolute black, absorbing all light) to 100% (pure white, reflecting all light).

Act like a pro: When choosing paint with an LRV of 3.64%, pay attention to your bulbs' brightness. Light brightness is measured in lumens. The lower the paint's LRV, the higher lumen level you need. Every square foot of room needs at least 40 lumens. That means for a 200 ft2 living room you’ll need about 8000 lumens of light – e.g., eight 1000 lm bulbs.

Color codes

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HEX#323639Copy color code
RGB Decimal50, 54, 57Copy color code
RGB Percent19.61%, 21.18%, 22.35%Copy color code
HSVHue: 206° Saturation: 12.28% Value: 22.35%Copy color code
HSLhsl(206, 7, 21)Copy color code
CMYKCyan: 12.28 Magenta: 5.26 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 77.65Copy color code
YIQY: 53.146 I: -3.348 Q: 0.087Copy color code
XYZX: 3.373 Y: 3.612 Z: 4.389Copy color code
CIE LabL:22.344 a:-0.969 b:-2.465Copy color code
CIE LuvL:22.344 u:-2.051 v:-2.52Copy color code
Decimal3290681Copy color code
Hunter Lab19.005, -1.579, -0.39Copy color code
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