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BehrN510-7

Blackout

At first glance, Blackout belongs to the grey family; in a room, light and context can make it far more elusive. Its LRV of 5.7 gives it real visual weight, allowing the color to hold a wall rather than simply recede from view. Because screens flatten both light and texture, sample the paint beside the finishes that will ultimately surround it.

LRV

5.66

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Light Reflectance Value
5.66
Dark
TemperatureNeutral

Blackout in Rooms

Follow Blackout from one space to another and watch how light, scale and surrounding materials reshape its character. 11 sourced room photos offer a closer look at the color in lived-in settings.

2 Bathroom Photos

Blackout (N510-7) can change noticeably under window light, mirrors and focused task lighting. Sample it beside the finishes that will remain in the room.

Behr Blackout bathroom photo

Bathroom tiles and walls in Blackout create dramatic visual impact.

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Behr Blackout wall paint review

Wall treatment in Blackout transforms the bathroom into a bold sanctuary.

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2 Bedroom Photos

Blackout (N510-7) brings its grey character into a room designed around rest, softness and retreat. Its neutral temperature gives the surrounding palette unusual influence over the final mood.

Behr N510-7 bedroom color

Bedroom walls in Blackout promote restful sleep and calm atmosphere.

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Behr Blackout bedroom color

Master bedroom painted Blackout offers a cocooning, intimate environment.

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2 Living Room Photos

In a space shaped by conversation, quiet evenings and changing daylight, the most interesting quality of Blackout (N510-7) may be the way it responds to upholstery, timber, art and metal accents. Its red undertone may become clearest at the boundary between paint and a contrasting finish.

Behr Blackout living room interior

Living room walls in Blackout create striking contrast with furnishings.

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Behr Blackout living room color

Living room accent wall in Blackout anchors the entire space.

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4 House Photos

The façade’s movement through sun, shade and season can draw different notes from Blackout (N510-7). The grey hue classifications suggest the subtle directions the color may take as the room changes.

Behr Blackout exterior paint review

House exterior in Blackout commands attention with modern sophistication.

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Behr Blackout exterior paint

Siding painted Blackout gives the home a sleek, contemporary look.

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Behr Blackout house exterior color

Exterior trim in Blackout emphasizes architectural details and clean lines.

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Behr N510-7 house exterior

House facade in Blackout delivers bold curb appeal and presence.

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1 Misc Photo

Against a changing mix of architectural details and personal finishes, Blackout (N510-7) may feel quieter, sharper or more atmospheric than the digital swatch alone. With an LRV of 5.7, it carries enough visual weight to make light, trim and texture feel especially deliberate.

Behr Blackout wall paint

Accent wall in Blackout creates powerful visual depth and drama.

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Adirondack Blue reflects far more light (LRV 22 vs 6), opening up a space where Blackout encloses it.

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Nypd reads slightly lighter (LRV 15 vs 6), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.

Color Codes

RGB65, 63, 62
HSL20° 2% 25%
CMYK0 3 5 75
CIE LabL: 26.8 a: 0.6 b: 0.9
XYZX: 4.83 Y: 5.03 Z: 5.27

Manufacturer description

Sure! The rich and bold combination of Behr Blackout (N510-7) creates a sophisticated and modern atmosphere in any space. This deep hue pairs beautifully with shades of grey, white, and metallic accents to add contrast and depth to the design. Pairing Behr Blackout with cool tones like N510-1 Moonlit Snow and warm tones like N510-4 Pencil Sketch can create a stunning visual impact. 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