Baby Seal Black 2119-30 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #474B51, estimated 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.
Benjamin Moore · #474B51 · 2119-30
Baby Seal Black
7%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Baby Seal Black Technical Profile
HEX Code#474B51
RGB71, 75, 81
Estimated LRV7.0
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Black Ribbon
Behr
#474B51
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Graphite Grey
RAL
#474A51
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Black Bay
Dunn-Edwards
#474A4E
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Cyberspace
Sherwin-Williams
#44484D
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Anchored Blue
Dutch Boy
#44484D
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Witchcraft
PPG
#474C50
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Corduroy Black
Valspar
#454A53
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Railings
Farrow & Ball
#45484B
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Colors That Work With Baby Seal Black
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Baby Seal Black from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Baby Seal Black are Black Ribbon by Behr (a close digital match), Graphite Grey by RAL (a close digital match), Black Bay by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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