Bohemian Black 6988 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #3B373C, estimated 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.
Sherwin-Williams · #3B373C · 6988
Bohemian Black
4%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Bohemian Black Technical Profile
HEX Code#3B373C
RGB59, 55, 60
Estimated LRV4.0
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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Color Familygray
BrandSherwin-Williams
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#3A373E
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Colors That Work With Bohemian Black
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bohemian Black
#3B373C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#64425A
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bohemian Black
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bohemian 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
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Bohemian Black — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bohemian Black have?
Bohemian Black by Sherwin-Williams has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the gray color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Bohemian Black from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Bohemian Black are Deepest Purple by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Black Currant by Valspar (a close digital match), Black Garnet by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Bohemian 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 Bohemian Black?
Bohemian Black has a estimated lightness value 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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