Private Black N530-7 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #363F41, LRV 7 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Black Green from RAL (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #363F41 · N530-7
Private Black
7%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Private Black in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Private Black in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrPrivate Black
Nearly identical
RALBlack Green
Black Green
RAL
Nearly identical
Regent Green
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Moonless Sky
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Dark River
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Metal .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Night Magic
Kilz
Very similar
Dark As Night
PPG
Very similar
Mount Etna
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Nocturnal Green
Valspar
Very similar
Graduation Cap
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Refined Green
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Railings
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Private Black
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Private Black
#363F41
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#444F66
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Private Black
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Private 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 Private 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.
Private Black — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Private Black have?
Private 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 Private Black in your own space before committing.
What colors match Private Black from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Private Black are Black Green by RAL (a near-identical match), Regent Green by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Midnight by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Private 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 Private Black?
Private Black has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Private Black's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.