Traffic Black 9017 is a gray paint color from RAL. It has a hex value of #1E1E1D, LRV 1 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Deep Onyx from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #1E1E1D · 9017
Traffic Black
1%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Traffic Black Technical Profile
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Traffic Black in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Traffic Black in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
RALTraffic Black
Nearly identical
KilzDeep Onyx
Deep Onyx
Kilz
Nearly identical
Silent Sea
Vista Paint
Very similar
Silent Sea
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Tuxedo
Valspar
Very similar
Tricorn Black
Sherwin-Williams
Visible difference
True Black
Dutch Boy
Visible difference
Black
Benjamin Moore
Visible difference
Beluga
Behr
Visible difference
Nourish .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Pitch Black
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Black
Dunn-Edwards
Visible difference
Onyx Black
PPG
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Traffic Black
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Traffic Black
#1E1E1D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#37422C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Traffic Black
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Traffic Black 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 Traffic Black.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Traffic Black — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Traffic Black have?
Traffic Black 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 Traffic Black in your own space before committing.
What colors match Traffic Black from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Traffic Black are Deep Onyx by Kilz (a near-identical match), Silent Sea by Vista Paint (a very close match), Kitty Kitty by Vista Paint (a very close match) — the best options for getting Traffic Black'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 Traffic Black?
Traffic Black has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 1.3, 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 Traffic Black's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.