Black Elegance N570-7 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #3C3F4D, LRV 8 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pantry Plum from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #3C3F4D · N570-7
Black Elegance
8%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Black Elegance Technical Profile
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Black Elegance in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Black Elegance in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrBlack Elegance
Nearly identical
Vista PaintPantry Plum
Pantry Plum
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Blackberry Punch
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Mountain Fig
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Blue Coal
Valspar
Nearly identical
Mackintosh Midnight
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Plume Purple
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Napoleon
PPG
Very similar
Slate Grey
RAL
Very similar
Octavius
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Blue Galaxy
Kilz
Very similar
Paean Black
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Black Elegance
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Black Elegance
#3C3F4D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#574B71
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Black Elegance
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Black Elegance 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 Elegance.
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 Elegance — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Black Elegance have?
Black Elegance by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Black Elegance in your own space before committing.
What colors match Black Elegance from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Black Elegance are Pantry Plum by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Blackberry Punch by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Mountain Fig by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Black Elegance's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Black Elegance?
Black Elegance has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 8.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Black Elegance's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.