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Lamp Black

Greys Paint

Lamp Black is Little Greene’s near-black grey, with a softened charcoal character rather than a hard black edge. It brings a quiet depth to walls and woodwork without looking flat or stark.

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About this colour

At #2E2D2E, Lamp Black reads as a very dark grey with a gentle warmth, so it holds the depth of black while keeping a softer, more usable character. On walls it absorbs a great deal of light, giving rooms a grounded, enclosed feel without turning blue or muddy. In north-facing light it can feel cooler and more slate-like, with the grey notes becoming clearer. In south-facing rooms the warmth in the shade shows more plainly, so it looks smoother and less severe. It sits well beside pale oak, dark walnut, chalky whites, and muted wool tones, and it is especially useful on joinery where a strong but restrained finish is needed.

How to use it

Use Lamp Black in a study, hallway, or on shelving and painted woodwork where you want depth beside lighter walls. It pairs well with linen, ticking, and wool upholstery in stone, taupe, and soft grey, as well as natural timber finishes.

Lamp Black gives a wall a deep, composed grey-black finish that feels calm rather than harsh.

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