Tricorn Black 6258 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #2F2F30, LRV 3 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is True Black from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #2F2F30 · 6258
Tricorn Black
3%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
More about Tricorn Black
Tricorn Black is a true, neutral black — no blue, no brown, no green cast — which is exactly why it's the go-to for trim, doors, window sashes, and cabinetry. At LRV 3 it's about as dark as architectural paint gets, and its neutrality means it won't fight whatever undertone your walls carry.
Used on trim against a light wall it reads crisp and graphic; on a whole wall or exterior it reads as a soft, deep black rather than a flat void. If you want a black with a little more warmth and softness, Iron Ore is the charcoal alternative. Valspar Tomcat is Tricorn's near-identical cross-brand match.
Tricorn Black Technical Profile
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Tricorn Black in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Tricorn 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-WilliamsTricorn Black
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyTrue Black
True Black
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Tomcat
Valspar
Nearly identical
Black
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Silent Sea
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Signal Black
RAL
Very similar
Kitty Kitty
Vista Paint
Very similar
Nourish .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Mystic Black
Kilz
Very similar
Black
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Pitch Black
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Bitter Chocolate
Behr
Very similar
Onyx Black
PPG
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Tricorn Black
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tricorn Black
#2F2F30
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#493A58
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tricorn Black
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tricorn 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 Tricorn Black.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Tricorn Black — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tricorn Black have?
Tricorn Black 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 Tricorn Black in your own space before committing.
What colors match Tricorn Black from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Tricorn Black are True Black by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Tomcat by Valspar (a near-identical match), Black by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Tricorn 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 Tricorn Black?
Tricorn Black has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 2.9, 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 Tricorn Black's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.