Blackhearth 1003-7 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #49454B, LRV 6 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Grate Black from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #49454B · 1003-7
Blackhearth
6%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Blackhearth Technical Profile
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Blackhearth in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Blackhearth in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGBlackhearth
Nearly identical
KilzGrate Black
Grate Black
Kilz
Nearly identical
Paean Black
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Extravagance
Behr
Very similar
Soft Panther
Valspar
Very similar
Galaxy
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
New Uniform
Vista Paint
Very similar
French Press Coffee
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Perle Noir
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Velvety Night
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Midnight Magic
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Graphite Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Blackhearth
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
Pure 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
Similar PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Blackhearth.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Blackhearth — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blackhearth have?
Blackhearth 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 Blackhearth in your own space before committing.
What colors match Blackhearth from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blackhearth are Grate Black by Kilz (a near-identical match), Paean Black by Farrow & Ball (a near-identical match), Extravagance by Behr (a very close match) — 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Blackhearth's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.