Black Knight 2136-10 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #313637, LRV 4 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Nourish .06 from Colorhouse (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #313637 · 2136-10
Black Knight
4%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Black Knight Technical Profile
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Black Knight in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Black Knight in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreBlack Knight
Nearly identical
ColorhouseNourish .06
Nourish .06
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Night Watch
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Blackout
Behr
Nearly identical
Black Licorice
Vista Paint
Very similar
Anthracite Grey
RAL
Very similar
Mystic Black
Kilz
Very similar
Black Licorice
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Starless Sky
PPG
Very similar
Tomcat
Valspar
Very similar
True Black
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Black
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Pitch Black
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Black Knight
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Black Knight
#313637
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#3E485D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Black Knight
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Black Knight 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
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Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Black Knight — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Black Knight have?
Black Knight by Benjamin Moore 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 Black Knight in your own space before committing.
What colors match Black Knight from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Black Knight are Nourish .06 by Colorhouse (a near-identical match), Night Watch by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Blackout by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Black Knight'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 Knight?
Black Knight has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 3.6, 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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