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We are sharing the best black paint colors for the nursery and how you can create a nursery that's equal parts bold and soothing.
Want to add depth and drama to the nursery? Look no further-we've got the perfect color to take your nursery walls from so-so to dramatic and striking.
You might think, black nursery walls would make the nursery feel small and gloomy. Instead, black walls in the nursery not only makes the space feel intimate but also gives it the appearance that it's bigger than it actually is.
What we love about black nursery paint is that it gives the space a bold look but also a neutral backdrop to style with finishes and textures you desire.
When decorating a nursery with black paint, touches of metal in the space adds even more drama. Lighter color furniture and white/creamy upholstery softens out the space while the layering of textures makes the space less edgy.
With so many shades and finishes, how do you choose the best black paint colors for the nursery? When picking a black paint color for the nursery, it's important to consider the undertones. You'll notice that they'll often show grey, purple, navy, blue or green undertones. What you'll need to determine is how those undertones would work in your space and the vibe it would bring to the nursery style you are going for.
Let's look at some gorgeous nursery designs that's rocking the black paint trend.
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PAINT GUIDE: BEST BLACK PAINT COLORS FOR THE BABY'S ROOM

1. SHERWIN WILLIAMS TRICORN BLACK
SW Tricorn Black has a timeless look and you can use it with most nursery design styles. It is as close as you can get to a true black, meaning you don't really see any undertones. It's great, particularly on nursery accent walls and in a high gloss finish.
2. SHERWIN WILLIAMS BLACK MAGIC
SW Black Magic is another beautiful color and also is a true black, though we would say, it's a tad lighter than the SW Tricorn Black.
3. BENJAMIN MOORE ONYX
BM Onyx is a warm black with a bit of brown undertone. It's a great choice and a versatile pick that plays well with many nursery design styles.
4. BENJAMIN MOORE SOOT
BM Soot is yet another gorgeous black. It's not as intense as the true black colors. With it's balanced undertones, it reads a rich charcoal, making it a great black paint for the baby's nursery.
5. BENJAMIN MOORE FRENCH BERET
BM French Beret is a gorgeous black with blue gray undertones and the perfect way to bring black into the nursery without getting intimidated by all black.
6. SHERWIN WILLIAMS GREENBLACK
SW Greenblack with some serious green-black undertones, makes a great choice for the nursery walls.
Last Updated on September 15, 2021 by Tira Attygalla
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