Moody Black BNC-40 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #324F5D, LRV 7 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Seaworthy from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #324F5D · BNC-40
Moody Black
7%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Moody Black Technical Profile
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Moody Black in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Moody Black in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrMoody Black
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsSeaworthy
Seaworthy
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Cadet Song
Valspar
Nearly identical
Sailor's Coat
PPG
Nearly identical
Seawater Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Day Spa
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Deep Ocean
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Under the Sea
Vista Paint
Very similar
Hague Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Twilight
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Wool .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Kettle Black
Kilz
Visible difference
Azure Blue
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Moody Black
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Moody Black
#324F5D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#4E5474
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Moody Black
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Moody 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 Moody Black.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Moody Black — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Moody Black have?
Moody Black by Behr has a cool (blue) 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 Moody Black in your own space before committing.
What colors match Moody Black from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Moody Black are Seaworthy by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Cadet Song by Valspar (a near-identical match), Sailor's Coat by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Moody 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 Moody Black?
Moody Black has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 7.1, 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 Moody Black's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.