Ref. #414444 · CSP-570
Notre Dame
6%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Notre Dame Technical Profile
What color is Notre Dame? It's a dark cool gray with the hex code #414444. Colors similar to Notre Dame include Valspar Nocturnal Green, Kilz Typewriter, Kilz Licorice Rope. Notre Dame has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 6, Notre Dame creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a cool neutral, Notre Dame pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to Notre Dame
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Notre Dame
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Notre Dame
#414444
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#4A5C6E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Notre Dame
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Notre Dame 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 Notre Dame.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Notre Dame — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Notre Dame have?
Notre Dame by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Notre Dame from other brands?
The closest matches are Nocturnal Green by Valspar (#414647), Typewriter by Kilz (#424648), Licorice Rope by Kilz (#454748). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Notre Dame?
Notre Dame has an LRV of 5.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Notre Dame's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.