Black Flame 1043-7 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #484B5A, estimated LRV 7 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Deep Mystery from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #484B5A · 1043-7
Black Flame
7%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Black Flame Technical Profile
HEX Code#484B5A
RGB72, 75, 90
Estimated LRV7.1
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
BrandPPG
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Compare alternatives to Black Flame
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Deep Mystery
Dunn-Edwards
#494C59
Close digital match
Evening Sky
Benjamin Moore
#474A57
Close digital match
Virtuoso
Behr
#474956
Close digital match
China Aster
Vista Paint
#494E61
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#444C60
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#4C5064
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#454751
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#434750
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Sherwin-Williams
#4A4653
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#45414E
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Paean Black
Farrow & Ball
#494248
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Colors That Work With Black Flame
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Black Flame
#484B5A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#635580
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Black Flame
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Black Flame 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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Black Flame — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Black Flame have?
Black Flame by PPG 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 Black Flame from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Black Flame are Deep Mystery by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Evening Sky by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Virtuoso by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Black Flame'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 Flame?
Black Flame has a estimated lightness value of 7.1, 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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