Ref. #6C6881 · 4012
Pearl Black Berry
15%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Pearl Black Berry Technical Profile
What color is Pearl Black Berry? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #6C6881. Colors similar to Pearl Black Berry include Vista Paint Vintage Velvet, Behr Hyacinth Arbor, Hirshfield's Grapes Of Wrath. Pearl Black Berry has a cool (violet) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 15, Pearl Black Berry creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Pearl Black Berry pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Pearl Black Berry
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pearl Black Berry
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pearl Black Berry
#6C6881
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9577A5
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pearl Black Berry
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pearl Black Berry 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 Pearl Black Berry.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pearl Black Berry — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pearl Black Berry have?
Pearl Black Berry by RAL has a cool (violet) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Pearl Black Berry from other brands?
The closest matches are Vintage Velvet by Vista Paint (#6B6681), Hyacinth Arbor by Behr (#6C6784), Grapes Of Wrath by Hirshfield's (#65627D). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Pearl Black Berry?
Pearl Black Berry has an LRV of 14.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Pearl Black Berry's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.