Ref. #475747 · N380-7
Black Bamboo
11%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Black Bamboo Technical Profile
What color is Black Bamboo? It's a dark warm gray with the hex code #475747. Colors similar to Black Bamboo include Kilz American Pine, Vista Paint Pleasant Hill, PPG Pine Forest. Black Bamboo has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 11, Black Bamboo creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Black Bamboo pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Black Bamboo
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Black Bamboo
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Black Bamboo
#475747
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#547D69
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Black Bamboo
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Black Bamboo Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Black Bamboo.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Black Bamboo — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Black Bamboo have?
Black Bamboo by Behr has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Black Bamboo from other brands?
The closest matches are American Pine by Kilz (#495748), Pleasant Hill by Vista Paint (#4C594B), Pine Forest by PPG (#415241). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Black Bamboo?
Black Bamboo has an LRV of 11.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Black Bamboo's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.