Ink Black N490-7 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #2F3E4A, estimated LRV 7 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Deep Sky from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #2F3E4A · N490-7
Ink Black
7%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Ink Black Technical Profile
HEX Code#2F3E4A
RGB47, 62, 74
Estimated LRV7.0
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 Familyblue
BrandBehr
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Deep Sky
Dutch Boy
#2A3E4B
Close digital match
Naval
Sherwin-Williams
#2F3D4C
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#313B45
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Benjamin Moore
#2C3C4D
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#3B484F
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#3C4348
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RAL
#2F353B
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Dunn-Edwards
#3F4855
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#414A55
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#3D4E57
Visible digital difference
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Colors That Work With Ink Black
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ink Black
#2F3E4A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#454767
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ink Black
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ink Black 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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Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Ink Black — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ink Black have?
Ink Black by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the blue 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 Ink Black from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ink Black are Deep Sky by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Naval by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match), Ocean'S Depth by Dutch Boy (a very close match) — the best options for getting Ink Black'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 Ink Black?
Ink Black has a estimated lightness value of 7.0, 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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Why Ink Black's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.