Dark Kettle Black 4011-2 is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #3F4043, LRV 5 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Totally Black from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #3F4043 · 4011-2
Dark Kettle Black
5%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Dark Kettle Black Technical Profile
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Dark Kettle Black in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Dark Kettle Black in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparDark Kettle Black
Nearly identical
BehrTotally Black
Totally Black
Behr
Nearly identical
Dark Engine
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Black Jack
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Black Magic
PPG
Very similar
Off-Black
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Kitty Kitty
Vista Paint
Very similar
True Black
Kilz
Very similar
Midnight Magic
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Cyberspace
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Anchored Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Blue Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dark Kettle Black
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dark Kettle Black
#3F4043
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#51486D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dark Kettle Black
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dark Kettle Black 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 Dark Kettle Black.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Dark Kettle Black — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dark Kettle Black have?
Dark Kettle Black 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 Dark Kettle Black in your own space before committing.
What colors match Dark Kettle Black from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dark Kettle Black are Totally Black by Behr (a near-identical match), Dark Engine by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Jet Black by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Dark Kettle Black'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 Dark Kettle Black?
Dark Kettle Black has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 5.1, 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 Dark Kettle Black's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.