Ebony King 2132-20 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #393B3D, LRV 4 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sayward Pine from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #393B3D · 2132-20
Ebony King
4%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Ebony King Technical Profile
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Ebony King in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Ebony King in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreEbony King
Nearly identical
Vista PaintSayward Pine
Sayward Pine
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Black Licorice
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Limousine Leather
Behr
Nearly identical
Starless Sky
PPG
Nearly identical
Dark Engine
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Greenblack
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
True Black
Kilz
Nearly identical
Dark Kettle Black
Valspar
Very similar
Nourish .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Pitch Black
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Cauldron
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Granite Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ebony King
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ebony King
#393B3D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#444465
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ebony King
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ebony King 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 Ebony King.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Ebony King — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ebony King have?
Ebony King 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 Ebony King in your own space before committing.
What colors match Ebony King from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ebony King are Sayward Pine by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Black Licorice by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Limousine Leather by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Ebony King'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 Ebony King?
Ebony King has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 4.3, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Ebony King's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.