Night Shade 2116-10 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #453B37, LRV 5 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cracked Pepper from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #453B37 · 2116-10
Night Shade
5%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Night Shade Technical Profile
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Night Shade in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Night Shade in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreNight Shade
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsCracked Pepper
Cracked Pepper
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Evermore
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Bison Brown
Behr
Nearly identical
Evermore
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Western Charcoal
PPG
Very similar
Black Cherry
Kilz
Very similar
Double Fudge
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Ebony Sky
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Grey Brown
RAL
Very similar
Christmas Pudding
Valspar
Very similar
Nourish .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Tanner's Brown
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Night Shade
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Night Shade
#453B37
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#696246
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Night Shade
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Night Shade 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 Night Shade.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Night Shade — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Night Shade have?
Night Shade 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 Night Shade in your own space before committing.
What colors match Night Shade from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Night Shade are Cracked Pepper by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Evermore by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Bison Brown by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Night Shade'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 Night Shade?
Night Shade 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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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 Night Shade's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.