Blacktop 2135-10 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #3A3E3D, 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.
Ref. #3A3E3D · 2135-10
Blacktop
5%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Blacktop in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Blacktop in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreBlacktop
Nearly identical
Vista PaintDark River
Dark River
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Caviar
Valspar
Nearly identical
Greenblack
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Obsidian Stone
Behr
Nearly identical
Starless Sky
PPG
Very similar
Black Licorice
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Mystic Black
Kilz
Very similar
Metal .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Dark Engine
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Cauldron
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Black Green
RAL
Very similar
Off-Black
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Blacktop
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
Pure 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
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 Blacktop.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Blacktop — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blacktop have?
Blacktop 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 Blacktop in your own space before committing.
What colors match Blacktop from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blacktop are Dark River by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Caviar by Valspar (a near-identical match), Moonless Sky by Vista Paint (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Blacktop's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.