Lighter colors can certainly add a clean, fresh and bright look to interiors, but in a few spots in the home, homeowners are wanting to add a little more drama. They’re painting rooms black, a charcoal gray, chocolate brown or a deep navy or green. The richness of the darker colors can make the space stand out, particularly when the surrounding home interiors are wrapped in otherwise light, neutral colors.

Check out some of these interiors showing off dark-painted spaces.

Living room with dark paint
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Dark navy paint
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Dark paint in the bedroom
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Dark paint in dining room
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