Mopboard Black CW-680 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #38393A, LRV 6 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sayward Pine from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #38393A · CW-680
Mopboard Black
6%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Mopboard Black Technical Profile
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Mopboard Black in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Mopboard Black in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreMopboard Black
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sSayward Pine
Sayward Pine
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Sayward Pine
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Limousine Leather
Behr
Nearly identical
Black
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Mystic Black
Kilz
Nearly identical
Starless Sky
PPG
Nearly identical
Greenblack
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Pitch Black
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Nourish .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Dark Kettle Black
Valspar
Very similar
Cauldron
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Granite Grey
RAL
Very similar
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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 sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Mopboard Black in your own space before committing.
What colors match Mopboard Black from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mopboard Black are Sayward Pine by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Black Licorice by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Sayward Pine by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Mopboard Black'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 Mopboard Black?
Mopboard Black has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 6.2, 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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Why Mopboard Black's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.