Ref. #38393A · CW-680
Mopboard Black
6%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Mopboard Black Technical Profile
What color is Mopboard Black? It's a dark neutral gray with the hex code #38393A. Colors similar to Mopboard Black include Hirshfield's Sayward Pine, Hirshfield's Black Licorice, Vista Paint Sayward Pine. Mopboard Black has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 6, Mopboard Black creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Mopboard Black is a true neutral — pair with any wood, any metal, any trim color. Off-white trim works in most homes; brushed nickel or matte black hardware both read well across spaces. True neutrals read consistently across lighting conditions, which is why they're popular base colors. They inherit a faint warm cast under 2700K and a cool cast under 4000K, but never dramatically.
Colors Similar to Mopboard Black
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mopboard Black
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mopboard Black
#38393A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#424263
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mopboard Black
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mopboard Black 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 Mopboard Black.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Mopboard Black — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mopboard Black have?
Mopboard Black by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Mopboard Black from other brands?
The closest matches are Sayward Pine by Hirshfield's (#383839), Black Licorice by Hirshfield's (#3A3B3B), Sayward Pine by Vista Paint (#3A3C3D). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Mopboard Black?
Mopboard Black has an LRV of 6.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Mopboard Black's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.