Black Currant 8004-1G is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #3D3940, 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.
Ref. #3D3940 · 8004-1G
Black Currant
4%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Black Currant Technical Profile
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Black Currant in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Black Currant in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparBlack Currant
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsBlack Swan
Black Swan
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Deepest Purple
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Black Garnet
Behr
Nearly identical
Galaxy
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Eleanor Ann
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Octavius
Vista Paint
Very similar
Paean Black
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Napoleon
PPG
Very similar
Grey Brown
RAL
Very similar
Bistre Pigment
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Grate Black
Kilz
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Black Currant
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
Pure 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
Similar Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Black Currant.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Black Currant in your own space before committing.
What colors match Black Currant from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Black Currant are Black Swan by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Deepest Purple by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Bohemian Black by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Black Currant's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.