Off-Black 57 is a gray paint color from Farrow & Ball. It has a hex value of #444546, estimated LRV 6 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Noir from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Farrow & Ball · #444546 · 57
Off-Black
6%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Off-Black Technical Profile
HEX Code#444546
RGB68, 69, 70
Estimated LRV5.9
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
BrandFarrow & Ball
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Compare alternatives to Off-Black
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Noir
Valspar
#434446
Close digital match
Black Tie
Dunn-Edwards
#464647
Close digital match
Graphite
Benjamin Moore
#454748
Close digital match
Licorice Rope
Kilz
#454748
Close digital match
Black Boudoir
Behr
#454749
Close digital match
Kitty Kitty
Vista Paint
#434343
Close digital match
Deep Onyx
PPG
#454444
Close digital match
Midnight Magic
Hirshfield's
#46474A
Close digital match
Iron Ore
Sherwin-Williams
#434341
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Blue Grey
RAL
#474B4E
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Cauldron
Dutch Boy
#41403E
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Metal .06
Colorhouse
#3F4647
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Colors That Work With Off-Black
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Off-Black
#444546
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#4C4C71
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Off-Black
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Off-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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Off-Black — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Off-Black have?
Off-Black by Farrow & Ball 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 Off-Black from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Off-Black are Noir by Valspar (a close digital match), Black Tie by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Graphite by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Off-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 Off-Black?
Off-Black has a estimated lightness value of 5.9, 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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