Midnight 2131-20 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #383E40, LRV 5 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dark River from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #383E40 · 2131-20
Midnight
5%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Midnight Technical Profile
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Midnight in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Midnight in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreMidnight
Nearly identical
Vista PaintDark River
Dark River
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Private Black
Behr
Nearly identical
Black Green
RAL
Very similar
Dark River
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Greenblack
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Night Magic
Kilz
Very similar
Metal .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Nocturnal Green
Valspar
Very similar
Starless Sky
PPG
Very similar
Dark Engine
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Off-Black
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Anchored Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Midnight
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Midnight
#383E40
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#444D67
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Midnight
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Midnight 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 Midnight.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Midnight — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Midnight have?
Midnight 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 Midnight in your own space before committing.
What colors match Midnight from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Midnight are Dark River by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Moonless Sky by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Private Black by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Midnight'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 Midnight?
Midnight 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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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 Midnight's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.