Blackhearth 1003-7 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #49454B, estimated LRV 6 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Avant Gothic from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #49454B · 1003-7
Blackhearth
6%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Blackhearth Technical Profile
HEX Code#49454B
RGB73, 69, 75
Estimated LRV6.2
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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Color Familygray
BrandPPG
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Compare alternatives to Blackhearth
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy → Matching a different color? Start a new paint color match.
Avant Gothic
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#49454B
Nearly identical
Grate Black
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#49474C
Nearly identical
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#4B4950
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#494248
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Soft Panther
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#4D494C
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#423E45
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#4C4346
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#4F4D51
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#474A51
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Colors That Work With Blackhearth
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blackhearth
#49454B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#754E6E
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blackhearth
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blackhearth 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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Blackhearth — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blackhearth have?
Blackhearth by PPG has a warm (pink) 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 Blackhearth from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blackhearth are Avant Gothic by Vista Paint (nearly identical in our digital data), Grate Black by Kilz (nearly identical in our digital data), Limo-scene by Behr (nearly identical in our digital data) — the best options for getting Blackhearth'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 Blackhearth?
Blackhearth has a estimated lightness value of 6.2, 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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