Black Raspberry HDC-FL14-9 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #544247, LRV 6 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Purple Prose from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #544247 · HDC-FL14-9
Black Raspberry
6%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Black Raspberry Technical Profile
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Black Raspberry in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Black Raspberry in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrBlack Raspberry
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsPurple Prose
Purple Prose
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Beauport Aubergine
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Beauport Aubergine
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Black Currant
PPG
Very similar
Chambourd
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Plum Brown
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Desert Fig
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Rare Wine
Valspar
Very similar
Mulberry
Kilz
Very similar
Paean Black
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Chocolate Brown
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Black Raspberry
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Black Raspberry
#544247
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#795950
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Black Raspberry
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Black Raspberry 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 Raspberry.
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 Raspberry — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Black Raspberry have?
Black Raspberry 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 Raspberry in your own space before committing.
What colors match Black Raspberry from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Black Raspberry are Purple Prose by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Beauport Aubergine by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Beauport Aubergine by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Black Raspberry'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 Raspberry?
Black Raspberry has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 6.2, 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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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 Raspberry's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.