Black Orchid 630F-7 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #394768, LRV 9 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Jazz Age Blues from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #394768 · 630F-7
Black Orchid
9%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Black Orchid Technical Profile
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Black Orchid in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Black Orchid in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrBlack Orchid
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsJazz Age Blues
Jazz Age Blues
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Dignified
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Inky Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Egyptian Violet
PPG
Nearly identical
Quiet Peace
Vista Paint
Very similar
Blue Maize
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Best In Class
Kilz
Very similar
Quiet Peace
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Skyline
Valspar
Very similar
Wizard
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Traffic Blue
RAL
Visible difference
Petal .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Black Orchid
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Black Orchid
#394768
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5D557F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Black Orchid
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Black Orchid 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 Orchid.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Black Orchid — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Black Orchid have?
Black Orchid by Behr has a cool (violet) undertone and sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Black Orchid in your own space before committing.
What colors match Black Orchid from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Black Orchid are Jazz Age Blues by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Dignified by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Inky Blue by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Black Orchid'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 Orchid?
Black Orchid has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 9.0, 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 Orchid's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.