Black Raisin 4002-2C is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #514745, LRV 7 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Espresso Macchiato from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #514745 · 4002-2C
Black Raisin
7%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Black Raisin Technical Profile
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Black Raisin in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Black Raisin in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparBlack Raisin
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsEspresso Macchiato
Espresso Macchiato
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Harvest Oak
Behr
Nearly identical
Orchid Black
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Tucker Chocolate
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Dark Granite
PPG
Very similar
Tanner's Brown
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Cattail
Kilz
Very similar
Chocolate
Vista Paint
Very similar
Chocolate
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Metropolis
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Nourish .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Grey Brown
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Black Raisin
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Black Raisin
#514745
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#796B50
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Black Raisin
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Black Raisin 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 Raisin.
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 Raisin — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Black Raisin have?
Black Raisin by Valspar 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 Black Raisin in your own space before committing.
What colors match Black Raisin from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Black Raisin are Espresso Macchiato by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Harvest Oak by Behr (a near-identical match), Manchester Brown by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Black Raisin'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 Raisin?
Black Raisin has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 6.7, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Black Raisin's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.