Blacktop 2135-10 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #3A3E3D, estimated LRV 5 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dark River from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #3A3E3D · 2135-10
Blacktop
5%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Blacktop Technical Profile
HEX Code#3A3E3D
RGB58, 62, 61
Estimated LRV4.7
UndertoneNeutral
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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#3A3F3F
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Colors That Work With Blacktop
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blacktop
#3A3E3D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#445E67
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blacktop
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blacktop 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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Blacktop — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blacktop have?
Blacktop by Benjamin Moore has a neutral 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 Blacktop from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blacktop are Dark River by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Caviar by Valspar (a close digital match), Moonless Sky by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Blacktop'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 Blacktop?
Blacktop has a estimated lightness value of 4.7, 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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