Satin Black PPU26-01 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #4E5152, estimated 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.
Behr · #4E5152 · PPU26-01
Satin Black
8%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Satin Black Technical Profile
HEX Code#4E5152
RGB78, 81, 82
Estimated LRV8.1
UndertoneNeutral
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 Familygray
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Satin Black
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Satin Black from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Satin Black are Nightfall by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Hopper Head by Farrow & Ball (a close digital match), Cavernous by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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