About Dark Night by Sherwin Williams
Brightness: 3.5%
Tone: Cool
HEX: #23383f
RGB: 35, 56, 63
Hue195°
Saturation29%
Lightness19%
Similar Colors by Sherwin Williams
These are close matches to Dark 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 Dark Night looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.
Is Dark Night SW6237 a warm or cool color?
Dark Night by Sherwin Williams is a cool deeper color. It will usually read cool in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Dark Night?
Dark Night sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 195°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Dark Night?
Brightness is about 4%. Saturation is around 29%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 19%. Hue is close to 195°. The hex value is #23383f. The RGB value is 35, 56, 63.
Is Dark Night better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Dark 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 Dark Night?
You can match Dark 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 Dark Night work best in a home?
Dark 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 Dark Night compare to a pure white paint?
Dark Night is softer than a pure untinted white. The cool 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 Dark Night in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.
Complementary Colors by Sherwin Williams
These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from Dark Night. They add contrast without clashing.
Alternate Colors by other brands
These colors from other brands have a similar look to Dark Night. They are helpful if you switch between brands or match to a contractor’s paint line.