Almost Black 2130-30 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #504F54, LRV 8 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Perle Noir from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #504F54 · 2130-30
Almost Black
8%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Almost Black Technical Profile
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Almost Black in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Almost Black in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreAlmost Black
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsPerle Noir
Perle Noir
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Lump Of Coal
Behr
Nearly identical
Celluloid
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Grey Metal
PPG
Very similar
New Uniform
Vista Paint
Very similar
Soft Panther
Valspar
Very similar
Grate Black
Kilz
Very similar
Graphite Grey
RAL
Very similar
Midnight Magic
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Liquorice
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Dark and Stormy
Dutch Boy
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Almost Black
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Almost Black
#504F54
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#745680
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Almost Black
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Almost 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 Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Almost 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.
Almost Black — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Almost Black have?
Almost Black by Benjamin Moore has a cool (blue) 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 Almost Black in your own space before committing.
What colors match Almost Black from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Almost Black are Perle Noir by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Lump Of Coal by Behr (a near-identical match), Cityscape by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Almost 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 Almost Black?
Almost Black has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 7.9, 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 Almost Black's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.