Black Green 6012 is a gray paint color from RAL. It has a hex value of #343E40, LRV 5 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Private Black from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #343E40 · 6012
Black Green
5%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Black Green Technical Profile
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Black Green in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Black Green in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
RALBlack Green
Nearly identical
BehrPrivate Black
Private Black
Behr
Nearly identical
Regent Green
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Moonless Sky
Vista Paint
Very similar
Dark River
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Rookwood Shutter Green
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Graduation Cap
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Metal .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Dark As Night
PPG
Very similar
Night Magic
Kilz
Very similar
Refined Green
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Nocturnal Green
Valspar
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Black Green
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Black Green
#343E40
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#434E64
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Black Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Black Green 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 RAL Colors
Other RAL colors close to Black Green.
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 Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Black Green have?
Black Green by RAL has a neutral 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 Green in your own space before committing.
What colors match Black Green from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Black Green are Private Black by Behr (a near-identical match), Regent Green by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Midnight by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting Black Green'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 Green?
Black Green has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 4.5, 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 Green's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.