Jet Black ECC-10-2 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #3F3F40, 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.
Ref. #3F3F40 · ECC-10-2
Jet Black
5%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Jet Black Technical Profile
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Jet Black in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Jet Black in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrJet Black
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreBlack Jack
Black Jack
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Dark Engine
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Black Magic
PPG
Nearly identical
True Black
Kilz
Nearly identical
Dark Kettle Black
Valspar
Nearly identical
Kitty Kitty
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Black Licorice
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Cauldron
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Off-Black
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Iron Ore
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Grey Brown
RAL
Very similar
Nourish .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Jet Black
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Jet Black
#3F3F40
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#59476B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Jet Black
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Jet 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
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Jet Black.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Jet Black — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Jet Black have?
Jet Black 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 Jet Black in your own space before committing.
What colors match Jet Black from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Jet Black are Black Jack by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Dark Engine by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Black Magic by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Jet 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 Jet Black?
Jet Black has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 5.0, 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 Jet Black's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.