Ref. #4F4D51 · 9154
Perle Noir
8%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Perle Noir Technical Profile
What color is Perle Noir? It's a dark warm gray with the hex code #4F4D51. Colors similar to Perle Noir include Benjamin Moore Almost Black, Benjamin Moore Day's End, Benjamin Moore Deep Indigo. Perle Noir has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 8, Perle Noir creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Perle Noir pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Perle Noir
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Perle Noir
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Perle Noir
#4F4D51
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7D547D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Perle Noir
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Perle Noir 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 Perle Noir.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Perle Noir — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Perle Noir have?
Perle Noir by Sherwin-Williams has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Perle Noir from other brands?
The closest matches are Almost Black by Benjamin Moore (#504F54), Day's End by Benjamin Moore (#4C4C50), Deep Indigo by Benjamin Moore (#4A494D). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Perle Noir?
Perle Noir has an LRV of 7.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Perle Noir's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.