Ref. #525750 · 5003-2C
Blackened Pine
9%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Blackened Pine Technical Profile
What color is Blackened Pine? It's a dark warm gray with the hex code #525750. Colors similar to Blackened Pine include Dunn-Edwards Midnight Spruce, Benjamin Moore Ashwood Moss, RAL Tarpaulin Grey. Blackened Pine has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 9, Blackened Pine creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Blackened Pine pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Blackened Pine
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Blackened Pine
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blackened Pine
#525750
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#578361
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blackened Pine
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blackened Pine 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 Blackened Pine.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Blackened Pine — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blackened Pine have?
Blackened Pine by Valspar has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Blackened Pine from other brands?
The closest matches are Midnight Spruce by Dunn-Edwards (#555B53), Ashwood Moss by Benjamin Moore (#575952), Tarpaulin Grey by RAL (#4C514A). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Blackened Pine?
Blackened Pine has an LRV of 9.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Blackened Pine's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.