Baby Seal Black 2119-30 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #474B51, LRV 7 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Black Ribbon from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #474B51 · 2119-30
Baby Seal Black
7%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Baby Seal Black Technical Profile
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Baby Seal Black in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Baby Seal 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 MooreBaby Seal Black
Nearly identical
BehrBlack Ribbon
Black Ribbon
Behr
Nearly identical
Graphite Grey
RAL
Nearly identical
Black Bay
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Cyberspace
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Anchored Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Witchcraft
PPG
Nearly identical
Corduroy Black
Valspar
Nearly identical
Railings
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Midnight Magic
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Midnight Magic
Vista Paint
Very similar
Typewriter
Kilz
Very similar
Metal .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Baby Seal Black
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Baby Seal Black
#474B51
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#55517A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Baby Seal Black
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Baby Seal 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 Baby Seal 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.
Baby Seal Black — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Baby Seal Black have?
Baby Seal 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 Baby Seal Black in your own space before committing.
What colors match Baby Seal Black from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Baby Seal Black are Black Ribbon by Behr (a near-identical match), Graphite Grey by RAL (a near-identical match), Black Bay by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Baby Seal 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 Baby Seal Black?
Baby Seal Black has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 7.0, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Baby Seal Black's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.