Ref. #474A4E · DEA188
Black Bay
7%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Black Bay Technical Profile
What color is Black Bay? It's a dark cool gray with the hex code #474A4E. Colors similar to Black Bay include Benjamin Moore Black Horizon, Farrow & Ball Railings, Sherwin-Williams Cyberspace. Black Bay has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 7, Black Bay 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, Black Bay 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 Black Bay
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Black Bay
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Black Bay
#474A4E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#535078
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Black Bay
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Black Bay 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 Dunn-Edwards Colors
Other Dunn-Edwards colors close to Black Bay.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Black Bay — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Black Bay have?
Black Bay by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Black Bay from other brands?
The closest matches are Black Horizon by Benjamin Moore (#45494E), Railings by Farrow & Ball (#45484B), Cyberspace by Sherwin-Williams (#44484D). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Black Bay?
Black Bay has an LRV of 6.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Black Bay's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.