Private Black N530-7 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #363F41, estimated 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.
Behr · #363F41 · N530-7
Private Black
7%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Private Black Technical Profile
HEX Code#363F41
RGB54, 63, 65
Estimated LRV7.0
UndertoneNeutral
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Color Familygray
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Private Black
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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
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Private Black
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Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Private Black Room Palettes
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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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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Private Black from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Private Black are Black Green by RAL (a close digital match), Regent Green by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Midnight by Benjamin Moore (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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