Warm Onyx HDC-CL-14A is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #4C4846, LRV 7 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Fired Earth from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #4C4846 · HDC-CL-14A
Warm Onyx
7%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Warm Onyx Technical Profile
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Warm Onyx in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Warm Onyx in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrWarm Onyx
Nearly identical
ValsparFired Earth
Fired Earth
Valspar
Nearly identical
Black Bean
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Tanner's Brown
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Deepest Earth Green
PPG
Nearly identical
Midsummer Night
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Orchid Black
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Black Fox
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Subway
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Dark Sky
Kilz
Very similar
Kitty Kitty
Vista Paint
Very similar
Grey Brown
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Warm Onyx
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Warm Onyx
#4C4846
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#76704F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Warm Onyx
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Warm Onyx 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 Warm Onyx.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Warm Onyx — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Warm Onyx have?
Warm Onyx 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 Warm Onyx in your own space before committing.
What colors match Warm Onyx from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Warm Onyx are Fired Earth by Valspar (a near-identical match), Black Bean by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Tanner's Brown by Farrow & Ball (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Warm Onyx'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 Warm Onyx?
Warm Onyx has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 6.6, 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 Warm Onyx's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.