New Black 4011-1 is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #404145, estimated LRV 5 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Totally Black from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #404145 · 4011-1
New Black
5%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
New Black Technical Profile
HEX Code#404145
RGB64, 65, 69
Estimated LRV5.3
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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Color Familygray
BrandValspar
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
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#3B3C40
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Colors That Work With New Black
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
New Black
#404145
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#554A6E
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for New Black
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
New 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
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New Black — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does New Black have?
New Black by Valspar has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the gray color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match New Black from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to New Black are Totally Black by Behr (a close digital match), Dark Engine by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Black Berry by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting New 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 New Black?
New Black has a estimated lightness value of 5.3, 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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