Obsidian Stone ECC-25-3 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #3C3F40, LRV 5 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Black Panther from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #3C3F40 · ECC-25-3
Obsidian Stone
5%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Obsidian Stone Technical Profile
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Obsidian Stone in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Obsidian Stone in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrObsidian Stone
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreBlack Panther
Black Panther
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Sayward Pine
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Starless Sky
PPG
Nearly identical
Dark Engine
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Black Licorice
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Greenblack
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
True Black
Kilz
Nearly identical
Caviar
Valspar
Nearly identical
Off-Black
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Cauldron
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Metal .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Black Green
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Obsidian Stone
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Obsidian Stone
#3C3F40
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#464F69
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Obsidian Stone
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Obsidian Stone 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 Obsidian Stone.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Obsidian Stone — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Obsidian Stone have?
Obsidian Stone 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 Obsidian Stone in your own space before committing.
What colors match Obsidian Stone from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Obsidian Stone are Black Panther by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Sayward Pine by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Black Iron by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Obsidian Stone'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 Obsidian Stone?
Obsidian Stone has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 4.9, 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 Obsidian Stone's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.