Black Currant 30RR 07/094 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #59444C, LRV 7 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Grapes of Wrath from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #59444C · 30RR 07/094
Black Currant
7%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Black Currant Technical Profile
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Black Currant in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Black Currant in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGBlack Currant
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsGrapes of Wrath
Grapes of Wrath
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Dark Berry
Behr
Nearly identical
Chambourd
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Beauport Aubergine
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Grape Soda
Vista Paint
Very similar
Plummy Rouge
Valspar
Very similar
Mulberry
Kilz
Very similar
Plum Brown
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Desert Fig
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Brinjal
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Wood .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Black Currant
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Black Currant
#59444C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7D5853
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Black Currant
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Black Currant 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 Currant.
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 Currant — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Black Currant have?
Black Currant 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 Currant in your own space before committing.
What colors match Black Currant from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Black Currant are Grapes of Wrath by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Dark Berry by Behr (a near-identical match), Purple Prose by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match) — the best options for getting Black Currant'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 Currant?
Black Currant has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 6.8, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Black Currant's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.