Nocturnal Green 5011-1 is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #414647, estimated LRV 6 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dark River from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #414647 · 5011-1
Nocturnal Green
6%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Nocturnal Green Technical Profile
HEX Code#414647
RGB65, 70, 71
Estimated LRV6.0
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
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 →
Dark River
Hirshfield's
#3E4445
Close digital match
Typewriter
Kilz
#424648
Close digital match
Metal .06
Colorhouse
#3F4647
Close digital match
Notre Dame
Benjamin Moore
#414444
Close digital match
Catskill Brown
Behr
#444A4C
Close digital match
Big Dipper
Sherwin-Williams
#41494B
Close digital match
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#474C4D
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#434B4D
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Colors That Work With Nocturnal Green
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Nocturnal Green
#414647
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#4B5770
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Nocturnal Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Nocturnal Green 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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Nocturnal Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Nocturnal Green have?
Nocturnal Green by Valspar has a neutral 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 Nocturnal Green from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Nocturnal Green are Dark River by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Typewriter by Kilz (a close digital match), Metal .06 by Colorhouse (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Nocturnal Green'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 Nocturnal Green?
Nocturnal Green has a estimated lightness value of 6.0, 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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