Off-Black 57 is a gray paint color from Farrow & Ball. It has a hex value of #444546, LRV 6 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Noir from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #444546 · 57
Off-Black
6%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Off-Black Technical Profile
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Off-Black in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Off-Black in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Farrow & BallOff-Black
Nearly identical
ValsparNoir
Noir
Valspar
Nearly identical
Black Tie
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Graphite
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Licorice Rope
Kilz
Nearly identical
Black Boudoir
Behr
Nearly identical
Kitty Kitty
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Deep Onyx
PPG
Nearly identical
Midnight Magic
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Iron Ore
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Blue Grey
RAL
Very similar
Cauldron
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Metal .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Off-Black
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
Pure 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
Similar Farrow & Ball Colors
Other Farrow & Ball colors close to Off-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.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Off-Black in your own space before committing.
What colors match Off-Black from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Off-Black are Noir by Valspar (a near-identical match), Black Tie by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Graphite by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Off-Black's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.