True Black 438-7DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #2F2F30, estimated 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.
Dutch Boy · #2F2F30 · 438-7DB
True Black
3%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
True Black Technical Profile
HEX Code#2F2F30
RGB47, 47, 48
Estimated LRV2.9
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandDutch Boy
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Colors That Work With True Black
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match True Black from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to True Black are Tricorn Black by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Tomcat by Valspar (a close digital match), Caviar by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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