Moody Black BNC-40 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #324F5D, estimated 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.
Behr · #324F5D · BNC-40
Moody Black
7%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Moody Black Technical Profile
HEX Code#324F5D
RGB50, 79, 93
Estimated LRV7.1
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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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#314D58
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Colors That Work With Moody Black
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Moody Black from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Moody Black are Seaworthy by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Cadet Song by Valspar (a close digital match), Sailor's Coat by PPG (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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Why Moody Black's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.