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Sherwin Williams Black of Night SW6993

Black of Night

Sherwin Williams

SW6993

About Black of Night by Sherwin Williams

Black of Night SW6993 by Sherwin Williams is a dark neutral shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 4% and hue near 206° for steady results across rooms. Use on accents or pairing with light trim. Pairs well with clean whites and quiet neutrals.

Brightness: 3.6%

Tone: Neutral

HEX: #323639

RGB: 50, 54, 57

Hue206°

Saturation7%

Lightness21%

Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams

These are close matches to Black of Night from the same brand. They keep a similar look and work well in the same type of rooms.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how Black of Night looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Black of Night SW6993 a warm or cool color?
Black of Night by Sherwin Williams is a neutral deeper color. It will usually read neutral in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Black of Night?
Black of Night sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 206°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Black of Night?
Brightness is about 4%. Saturation is around 7%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 21%. Hue is close to 206°. The hex value is #323639. The RGB value is 50, 54, 57.
Is Black of Night better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Black of Night has brightness around 4%. It is deeper, so it usually looks best in rooms with fair to strong daylight, where there is enough light to show the color.
Which colors go with Black of Night?
You can match Black of Night with simple whites for trim and ceiling, or with nearby neutrals from the same brand. The similar colors and complementary colors on this page are a good starting point for pairing.
Where does Black of Night work best in a home?
Black of Night works well as an accent on one or two walls, in cozy rooms, or in spaces with stronger daylight where a deeper color will not feel heavy.
How does Black of Night compare to a pure white paint?
Black of Night is softer than a pure untinted white. The neutral undertone and deeper color feel more gentle on the eye, so it tends to look calmer and less stark on large walls.

Lighter Shades by Sherwin Williams

These lighter shades sit above Black of Night in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Darker Shades by Sherwin Williams

These colors drop a bit below Black of Night in brightness. They can add depth without leaving the same style.

Complementary Colors by Sherwin Williams

These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from Black of Night. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

These colors from other brands have a similar look to Black of Night. They are helpful if you switch between brands or match to a contractor’s paint line.