Bohemian Black 6988 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #3B373C, 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. #3B373C · 6988
Bohemian Black
4%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Bohemian Black Technical Profile
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Bohemian Black in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Bohemian Black in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsBohemian Black
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyDeepest Purple
Deepest Purple
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Black Currant
Valspar
Nearly identical
Black Garnet
Behr
Nearly identical
Carbon Copy
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Octavius
Vista Paint
Very similar
Octavius
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Grey Brown
RAL
Very similar
Onyx Black
PPG
Very similar
Black
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Paean Black
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
True Black
Kilz
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Bohemian Black
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
Pure 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
Similar Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Bohemian Black.
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Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Bohemian Black in your own space before committing.
What colors match Bohemian Black from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Bohemian Black are Deepest Purple by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Black Currant by Valspar (a near-identical match), Black Garnet by Behr (a near-identical 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 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 Bohemian Black's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.