Velvet Cloak CSP-480 is a neutral paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #392A31, LRV 5 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Raisin from Sherwin-Williams (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #392A31 · CSP-480
Velvet Cloak
5%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Velvet Cloak Technical Profile
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Velvet Cloak in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Velvet Cloak in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreVelvet Cloak
Very similar
Sherwin-WilliamsRaisin
Raisin
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Dark Berry
Vista Paint
Very similar
Noblesse Oblige
Valspar
Very similar
Rich Bordeaux
Behr
Very similar
Eleanor Ann
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Beetroot Purple
Kilz
Visible difference
Black Red
RAL
Visible difference
Dark Chocolate
Dutch Boy
Visible difference
Bistre Pigment
Dunn-Edwards
Visible difference
Ranch House Brown
PPG
Visible difference
Paean Black
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Velvet Cloak
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Velvet Cloak
#392A31
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5A3D3C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Velvet Cloak
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Velvet Cloak 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 Velvet Cloak.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Velvet Cloak — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Velvet Cloak have?
Velvet Cloak by Benjamin Moore has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Velvet Cloak in your own space before committing.
What colors match Velvet Cloak from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Velvet Cloak are Raisin by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match), Dark Berry by Vista Paint (a very close match), Noblesse Oblige by Valspar (a very close match) — the best options for getting Velvet Cloak'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 Velvet Cloak?
Velvet Cloak 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 Velvet Cloak's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.