Satin Black PPU26-01 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #4E5152, LRV 8 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Nightfall from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #4E5152 · PPU26-01
Satin Black
8%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Satin Black Technical Profile
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Satin Black in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Satin Black in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrSatin Black
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreNightfall
Nightfall
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Hopper Head
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Cavernous
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Dark and Stormy
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Chimney Smoke
Valspar
Nearly identical
Motor Gray
Kilz
Very similar
Blue Grey
RAL
Very similar
Grey Metal
PPG
Very similar
Metal .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Peppercorn
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Puerto Desedo
Vista Paint
Very similar
Midnight Magic
Hirshfield's
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Satin Black
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Satin Black
#4E5152
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#545F7F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Satin Black
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Satin 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 Satin 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.
Satin Black — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Satin Black have?
Satin 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 Satin Black in your own space before committing.
What colors match Satin Black from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Satin Black are Nightfall by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Hopper Head by Farrow & Ball (a near-identical match), Cavernous by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Satin 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 Satin Black?
Satin Black has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 8.1, 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 Satin Black's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.