Dont sleep on this unexpected paint color shade for your home.

Dark colors not only elevate the room youre in, but the way you feel in it.

Characteristics of Soft Black

The beauty of this shade is its softness and delicate nature.

Behr Cracked Pepper on Walls in Living Room

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Joa Studholme,Farrow & Ballcolor curator, has a similar take on the trending hue.

This can make it a beautiful choice for both trim and walls.

She recommends pairing with a warm neutral to create a polished look.

Black stair railing with cut-out designs

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According to the paint color pro, these traits allow it to work with just about any color palette.

Black is an extremely versatile paint color that can bring a timeless touch to any design.

She loves it in a matte finish to add yet another subtle layer of softness to a space.

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Its both a modern and timeless way to add an exclamation to your favorite rooms and spaces.

It balances between warm and cool making it adaptable and easy to work with.

Let it have a moment, but dont be afraid to let it play with other impactful shades.

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It works well with coordinating shades like blue-grays, true grays, and even warm browns.

Use it with brighter tones likeSherwin-Williams Extra White, specifically in smaller applications, to create a sophisticated feel.

Newhart gives this exhilarating pick her vote.

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Pair it with a lighter gray or a beige with red undertones.

I think it looks great in a more masculine pop in of design, says Youngblood.

It fuses both dark grays and deep blues to create this saturated shade.

Benjamin Moore Iron Mountain on Door

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Paint Color:Ink Black (N490-7)by Behr

Glidden Zombie in Kitchen

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Behr Night Club on Fireplace in Living Room

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Sherwin-Williams Iron Ore

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Behr Pencil Point on Staircase

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Benjamin Moore Midnight Blue in Entryway

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Benjamin Moore Kendall Charcoal

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Behr Cracked Pepper on Wall with Behr Canyon Dusk

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Glidden Onyx in Bathroom

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Behr Ink Black in Bathroom

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