Black Mocha PPU24-01 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #4B4743, LRV 6 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Ebony Keys from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #4B4743 · PPU24-01
Black Mocha
6%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Black Mocha Technical Profile
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Black Mocha in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Black Mocha in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrBlack Mocha
Nearly identical
ValsparEbony Keys
Ebony Keys
Valspar
Nearly identical
Deepest Earth Green
PPG
Nearly identical
Midsummer Night
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Black Fox
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Blackened Kettle
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Binoculars
Kilz
Very similar
Black Bean
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Tanner's Brown
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Moss Glen
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Moss Glen
Vista Paint
Very similar
Grey Brown
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Black Mocha
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Black Mocha
#4B4743
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#74744D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Black Mocha
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Black Mocha 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 Mocha.
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 Mocha — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Black Mocha have?
Black Mocha 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 Mocha in your own space before committing.
What colors match Black Mocha from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Black Mocha are Ebony Keys by Valspar (a near-identical match), Fired Earth by Valspar (a near-identical match), Deepest Earth Green by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Black Mocha'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 Mocha?
Black Mocha has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 6.4, 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 Mocha's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.