ColorplanBenjamin Moore Galaxy (2117-20) is a very dark black with a cool blue undertone and an LRV of 5. Closest matches: Sherwin-Williams Quixotic Plum (SW 6265), Farrow & Ball Paean Black (No.294) and Behr Jet Black (ECC-10-2). For trim, try Mirage White (2116-70).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Black |
| LRV | 4.9 (dark; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #413D44 |
| RGB | 65, 61, 68 |
| HSL | 274°, 5%, 25% |
About Galaxy
Galaxy (2117-20) is a soft black from Benjamin Moore with a cool blue undertone. With an LRV of 5, Galaxy absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
North-facing light makes Galaxy read cooler and slightly darker, while warm south-facing light softens it. It's a good fit for accent walls, front doors, cabinetry and powder rooms. Next to Plum Martini (CSP-540), it's cooler.
How Galaxy changes with the light
Galaxy is a deep color. In north-facing or dim rooms it reads darker and cozier; in south-facing rooms it shows more of its color. Either can work, depending on the mood you want.
North-facing rooms
Galaxy will read even deeper in north light: great for a cozy, enveloping room, less so if you want it bright.
East-facing rooms
Galaxy will look warmer and brighter in the morning and cooler and grayer by afternoon; check a sample at both times.
South-facing rooms
South light keeps Galaxy from feeling heavy, so deep colors work well here.
West-facing rooms
Galaxy looks cool in the morning and warms up in the golden late-afternoon light.
See Galaxy in real homes
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Galaxy equivalents in other brands
The closest color from each brand. ΔE (“delta E”) scores how different two colors look: under 2.5 is very hard to tell apart on a wall, over 5 is clearly different.
Sherwin-Williams
Close · ΔE 4.4
Also close: Black Magic (ΔE 6.1)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Very close · ΔE 2.4
Also close: Pitch Black (ΔE 5.1)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Galaxy questions
What undertone does Galaxy have?
Galaxy has a cool blue undertone, so it reads as a cool color. North-facing light makes Galaxy read cooler and slightly darker, while warm south-facing light softens it.
Is Galaxy a light or dark color?
Galaxy has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 4.9 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a very dark color. With an LRV of 5, Galaxy absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
What is the closest match to Galaxy in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Quixotic Plum SW 6265 (close, ΔE 4.4); Farrow & Ball: Paean Black No.294 (very close, ΔE 2.4); Behr: Jet Black ECC-10-2 (close, ΔE 4.8). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Galaxy?
Try Mirage White (2116-70) on trim and Wedding Veil (2125-70) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Galaxy's undertone.
Where does Galaxy work best?
Galaxy works well in accent walls, front doors, cabinetry and powder rooms. With an LRV of 5, Galaxy absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
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