Black Berry 2119-20 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #3B3C40, estimated LRV 5 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Octavius from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #3B3C40 · 2119-20
Black Berry
5%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Black Berry Technical Profile
HEX Code#3B3C40
RGB59, 60, 64
Estimated LRV4.5
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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Color Familygray
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Black Berry
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Black Berry
#3B3C40
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#504668
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Black Berry
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Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Black Berry Room Palettes
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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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Black Berry — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Black Berry have?
Black Berry 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 Black Berry from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Black Berry are Octavius by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Dark Kettle Black by Valspar (a close digital match), Octavius by Hirshfield's (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Black Berry'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 Black Berry?
Black Berry has a estimated lightness value of 4.5, 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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