Black Fox 7020 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #4F4842, LRV 7 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blackened Kettle from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #4F4842 · 7020
Black Fox
7%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
More about Black Fox
Black Fox is a warm, deep charcoal-brown at LRV 7 — a near-black with a distinct brown warmth that sits between a true charcoal and Urbane Bronze. It's a sophisticated choice for exteriors, cabinetry, and accent walls where you want depth with an earthy, warm character.
In good light its warm brown-charcoal shows; in shadow it deepens toward black. It pairs with warm whites, wood, and brass. Benjamin Moore Midsummer Night is its closest cross-brand match, with Behr Espresso Beans close behind.
Black Fox Technical Profile
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Black Fox in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Black Fox in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsBlack Fox
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyBlackened Kettle
Blackened Kettle
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Binoculars
Kilz
Nearly identical
Midsummer Night
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Deepest Earth Green
PPG
Nearly identical
Espresso Beans
Behr
Nearly identical
Deep Earth
Valspar
Nearly identical
Mink
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Tanner's Brown
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Moss Glen
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Terra Pin
Vista Paint
Very similar
Nourish .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Grey Olive
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Black Fox
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Black Fox
#4F4842
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#76744E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Black Fox
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Black Fox 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 Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Black Fox.
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 Fox — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Black Fox have?
Black Fox by Sherwin-Williams 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 Fox in your own space before committing.
What colors match Black Fox from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Black Fox are Blackened Kettle by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Binoculars by Kilz (a near-identical match), Midsummer Night by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Black Fox'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 Fox?
Black Fox has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 6.7, 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 Black Fox's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.