Ref. #343E40 · 6012
Black Green
5%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Black Green Technical Profile
What color is Black Green? It's a dark cool gray with the hex code #343E40. Colors similar to Black Green include Behr Private Black, Benjamin Moore Regent Green, Benjamin Moore Midnight. Black Green has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 5, Black Green creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a cool neutral, Black Green pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to Black Green
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
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 belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Black Green from other brands?
The closest matches are Private Black by Behr (#363F41), Regent Green by Benjamin Moore (#374143), Midnight by Benjamin Moore (#383E40). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Black Green?
Black Green has an LRV of 4.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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.