Black Evergreen 5009-1 is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #495252, LRV 8 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Carbon Fiber from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #495252 · 5009-1
Black Evergreen
8%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Black Evergreen Technical Profile
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Black Evergreen in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Black Evergreen in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparBlack Evergreen
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsCarbon Fiber
Carbon Fiber
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Traffic Grey B
RAL
Nearly identical
New Forest
Behr
Very similar
Deep Sea Shadow
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Dark Pewter
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Shaded Forest
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Puerto Desedo
Vista Paint
Very similar
Studio Green
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Obsidian
PPG
Very similar
Tarragon
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Metal .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Toasted Poppyseed
Kilz
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Black Evergreen
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Black Evergreen
#495252
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#52677C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Black Evergreen
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Black Evergreen 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 Evergreen.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Black Evergreen — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Black Evergreen have?
Black Evergreen by Valspar has a cool (green) 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 Black Evergreen in your own space before committing.
What colors match Black Evergreen from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Black Evergreen are Carbon Fiber by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Traffic Grey B by RAL (a near-identical match), Total Eclipse by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match) — the best options for getting Black Evergreen'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 Evergreen?
Black Evergreen has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 8.1, 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
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 Evergreen's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.