True Black 438-7DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #2F2F30, LRV 3 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Tricorn Black from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #2F2F30 · 438-7DB
True Black
3%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
True Black Technical Profile
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True Black in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to True Black in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyTrue Black
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsTricorn Black
Tricorn Black
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Tomcat
Valspar
Nearly identical
Black
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Silent Sea
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Signal Black
RAL
Very similar
Kitty Kitty
Vista Paint
Very similar
Nourish .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Mystic Black
Kilz
Very similar
Black
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Pitch Black
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Bitter Chocolate
Behr
Very similar
Onyx Black
PPG
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With True Black
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
True Black
#2F2F30
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#493A58
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for True Black
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
True 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 Dutch Boy Colors
Other Dutch Boy colors close to True 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.
True Black — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does True Black have?
True Black by Dutch Boy 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 True Black in your own space before committing.
What colors match True Black from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to True Black are Tricorn Black by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Tomcat by Valspar (a near-identical match), Caviar by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting True Black'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 True Black?
True Black has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 2.9, 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 True Black's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.