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2132-10 · Benjamin Moore
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Black |
| LRV | 3.3 (dark; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #333333 |
| RGB | 51, 51, 51 |
| HSL | 0°, 0%, 20% |
About Black
Black (2132-10) is a true black from Benjamin Moore with almost no visible undertone. With an LRV of 3, Black absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
Because its undertone is so subtle, Black stays fairly consistent between north- and south-facing rooms. It's a good fit for accent walls, front doors, cabinetry and powder rooms. Next to Black (HC-190), it's lighter.
Black equivalents in other brands
Closest color from each brand, ranked by ΔE (CIEDE2000). Under 2.5 is hard to tell apart on a wall.
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical · ΔE 0.3
Also close: Tricorn Black (ΔE 2.4)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Very close · ΔE 1.6
Also close: Off-Black (ΔE 2.6)
Compare side by side →Behr
Very close · ΔE 1.3
Also close: Limousine Leather (ΔE 2.8)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Black questions
What undertone does Black have?
Black is close to a true neutral, with almost no visible undertone. Because its undertone is so subtle, Black stays fairly consistent between north- and south-facing rooms.
Is Black a light or dark color?
Black has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 3.3 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a very dark color. With an LRV of 3, Black absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
What is the closest match to Black in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Caviar SW 6990 (nearly identical, ΔE 0.3); Farrow & Ball: Pitch Black No.256 (very close, ΔE 1.6); Behr: Jet Black PPU18-20 (very close, ΔE 1.3). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Black?
Try White (OC-151) on trim and Distant Gray (OC-68) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Black's undertone.
Where does Black work best?
Black works well in accent walls, front doors, cabinetry and powder rooms. With an LRV of 3, Black absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
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