Black Swan 6279 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #3A373E, LRV 4 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Deepest Purple from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #3A373E · 6279
Black Swan
4%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Black Swan Technical Profile
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Black Swan in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Black Swan 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 Swan
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyDeepest Purple
Deepest Purple
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Black Garnet
Behr
Nearly identical
Black Currant
Valspar
Nearly identical
Toucan Black
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Octavius
Vista Paint
Very similar
Octavius
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Napoleon
PPG
Very similar
Paean Black
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Grey Brown
RAL
Very similar
Mackintosh Midnight
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Grate Black
Kilz
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Black Swan
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Black Swan
#3A373E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#624365
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Black Swan
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Black Swan 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
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Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Black Swan — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Black Swan have?
Black Swan by Sherwin-Williams has a warm (pink) 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 Swan in your own space before committing.
What colors match Black Swan from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Black Swan are Deepest Purple by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Black Garnet by Behr (a near-identical match), Deep Cosmos by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Black Swan'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 Swan?
Black Swan has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 4.0, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Black Swan's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.