Ref. #0A1B20 · MP33758
Black Box
1%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Black Box Technical Profile
What color is Black Box? It's a dark cool black with the hex code #0A1B20. Black Box has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 1, Black Box 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, Black Box 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 Black Box
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Black Grey
RAL
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Tuxedo
Valspar
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Deep Space
Behr
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Black Forest Green
Benjamin Moore
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Silent Sea
Vista Paint
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After the Storm
Sherwin-Williams
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Silent Sea
Hirshfield's
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Deep Onyx
Kilz
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Black Box
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Black Box
#0A1B20
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#20283D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Black Box
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Black Box 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 MPC Colors
Other MPC colors close to Black Box.
More black colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the black family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Black Box — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Black Box have?
Black Box by MPC has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the black color family.
What colors match Black Box from other brands?
The closest matches are Black Grey by RAL (#23282B), Tuxedo by Valspar (#22262B), Deep Space by Behr (#253136). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Black Box?
Black Box has an LRV of 1.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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 Black Box's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.