Black Amethyst 30RB 07/071 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #4B4551, LRV 6 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Quixotic Plum from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #4B4551 · 30RB 07/071
Black Amethyst
6%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Black Amethyst Technical Profile
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Black Amethyst in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Black Amethyst in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGBlack Amethyst
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsQuixotic Plum
Quixotic Plum
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Extravagance
Behr
Nearly identical
Queen Victoria
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Piccolo
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Shadow
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Jazlyn
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Nightshade
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Paean Black
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Rare Wine
Valspar
Very similar
Mulberry
Kilz
Very similar
Slate Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Black Amethyst
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Black Amethyst
#4B4551
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#795079
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Black Amethyst
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Black Amethyst 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 PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Black Amethyst.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Black Amethyst — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Black Amethyst have?
Black Amethyst by PPG has a warm (pink) 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 Black Amethyst in your own space before committing.
What colors match Black Amethyst from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Black Amethyst are Quixotic Plum by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Extravagance by Behr (a near-identical match), Queen Victoria by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Black Amethyst'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 Black Amethyst?
Black Amethyst has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 6.3, 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 Black Amethyst's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.