Spade Black BNC-38 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #2D3439, LRV 3 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Granite Grey from RAL (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #2D3439 · BNC-38
Spade Black
3%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Spade Black Technical Profile
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Spade Black in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Spade Black in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrSpade Black
Nearly identical
RALGranite Grey
Granite Grey
RAL
Nearly identical
Inkwell
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
After Midnight
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Nourish .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
In the Navy
Vista Paint
Very similar
Graduation Cap
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Octavius
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Tomcat
Valspar
Very similar
Mystic Black
Kilz
Very similar
Starless Sky
PPG
Visible difference
Dark Engine
Dunn-Edwards
Visible difference
Pitch Black
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Spade Black
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Spade Black
#2D3439
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#3D405C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Spade Black
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Spade 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 Spade 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.
Spade Black — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Spade Black have?
Spade 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 Spade Black in your own space before committing.
What colors match Spade Black from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Spade Black are Granite Grey by RAL (a near-identical match), Inkwell by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Black of Night by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Spade 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 Spade Black?
Spade Black has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 3.3, 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 Spade Black's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.