Dark CSP-720 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #1F4951, LRV 8 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Green Mountain Falls from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #1F4951 · CSP-720
Dark
8%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Dark Technical Profile
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Dark in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Dark in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreDark
Nearly identical
Vista PaintGreen Mountain Falls
Green Mountain Falls
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Moscow Midnight
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Kingfisher
Behr
Very similar
Deep Emerald
PPG
Very similar
Viridian Odyssey
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Mariana Trench
Valspar
Very similar
Mariana Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Frozen Stream
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Oceans Deep
Kilz
Visible difference
Blue Green
RAL
Visible difference
Hague Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Metal .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dark
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dark
#1F4951
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#3C4B67
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dark
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dark 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 Dark.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Dark — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dark have?
Dark by Benjamin Moore has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Dark in your own space before committing.
What colors match Dark from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dark are Green Mountain Falls by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Sophisticated Teal by Vista Paint (a very close match), Moscow Midnight by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match) — the best options for getting Dark'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 Dark?
Dark has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 7.7, 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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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Dark's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.