Black Garnet N110-7 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #38363D, LRV 6 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Deep Cosmos from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #38363D · N110-7
Black Garnet
6%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Black Garnet Technical Profile
Use this color
Get this color
Some sample and supply links are affiliate links — if you buy through them, Paint Color HQ may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. It helps keep the site free.
Black Garnet in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Black Garnet in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrBlack Garnet
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyDeep Cosmos
Deep Cosmos
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Black Swan
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Black Currant
Valspar
Nearly identical
Octavius
Vista Paint
Very similar
Octavius
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Toucan Black
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Napoleon
PPG
Very similar
Grey Brown
RAL
Very similar
Black
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Paean Black
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
True Black
Kilz
Visible difference
Nourish .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Comparing these brands? Order peel-and-stick samples of your top matches — Samplize buy 8 peel-and-stick samples, get 2 free.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Black Garnet
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Black Garnet
#38363D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5C4264
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Black Garnet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Black Garnet 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 Garnet.
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 Garnet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Black Garnet have?
Black Garnet by Behr has a warm (pink) 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 Garnet in your own space before committing.
What colors match Black Garnet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Black Garnet are Deep Cosmos by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Black Swan by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Deepest Purple by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Black Garnet'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 Garnet?
Black Garnet has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 6.0, 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.
Explore More with Black Garnet
Related Reading
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 Garnet's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.