Ref. #45494D · DE6343
Salem Black
7%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Salem Black Technical Profile
What color is Salem Black? It's a dark cool gray with the hex code #45494D. Colors similar to Salem Black include Behr Winter Coat, Benjamin Moore Black Horizon, Sherwin-Williams Cyberspace. Salem Black has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 7, Salem Black 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, Salem Black 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 Salem Black
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Salem Black
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Salem Black
#45494D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#4F4F76
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Salem Black
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Salem 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 Dunn-Edwards Colors
Other Dunn-Edwards colors close to Salem 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.
Salem Black — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Salem Black have?
Salem Black by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Salem Black from other brands?
The closest matches are Winter Coat by Behr (#44494D), Black Horizon by Benjamin Moore (#45494E), Cyberspace by Sherwin-Williams (#44484D). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Salem Black?
Salem Black has an LRV of 6.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Salem Black's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.