Deep Indigo 1442 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #4A494D, LRV 7 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is New Uniform from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #4A494D · 1442
Deep Indigo
7%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Deep Indigo Technical Profile
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Deep Indigo in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Deep Indigo in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreDeep Indigo
Nearly identical
Vista PaintNew Uniform
New Uniform
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Cityscape
Behr
Nearly identical
Grate Black
Kilz
Nearly identical
Perle Noir
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Soft Panther
Valspar
Nearly identical
Midnight Magic
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Black Tie
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Blackhearth
PPG
Very similar
Graphite Grey
RAL
Very similar
Liquorice
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Anchored Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Deep Indigo
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Deep Indigo
#4A494D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6F5079
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Deep Indigo
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Deep Indigo 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 Deep Indigo.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Deep Indigo — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Deep Indigo have?
Deep Indigo by Benjamin Moore has a cool (blue) 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 Deep Indigo in your own space before committing.
What colors match Deep Indigo from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Deep Indigo are New Uniform by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Cityscape by Behr (a near-identical match), Grate Black by Kilz (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Deep Indigo'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 Deep Indigo?
Deep Indigo has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 6.8, 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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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 Deep Indigo's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.