Black Currant 8004-1G is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #3D3940, estimated LRV 4 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Black Swan from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #3D3940 · 8004-1G
Black Currant
4%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Black Currant Technical Profile
HEX Code#3D3940
RGB61, 57, 64
Estimated LRV4.3
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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Color Familyneutral
BrandValspar
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Colors That Work With Black Currant
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Black Currant
#3D3940
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#674565
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Black Currant
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Black Currant 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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Black Currant — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Black Currant have?
Black Currant by Valspar has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the neutral 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 Black Currant from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Black Currant are Black Swan by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Deepest Purple by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Bohemian Black by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Black Currant'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 Currant?
Black Currant has a estimated lightness value of 4.3, 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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