Black Smoke PPH-34 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #3E3E3F, estimated LRV 5 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Black Jack from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #3E3E3F · PPH-34
Black Smoke
5%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Black Smoke Technical Profile
HEX Code#3E3E3F
RGB62, 62, 63
Estimated LRV4.8
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandBehr
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#3E3E3F
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#3D3D3D
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Colors That Work With Black Smoke
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Black Smoke
#3E3E3F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#58466A
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Black Smoke
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Black Smoke 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
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Black Smoke — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Black Smoke have?
Black Smoke by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Black Smoke from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Black Smoke are Black Jack by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), True Black by Kilz (a close digital match), Dark Engine by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Black Smoke'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 Smoke?
Black Smoke has a estimated lightness value of 4.8, 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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Why Black Smoke's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.