Noir 4009-2 is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #434446, LRV 6 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Off-Black from Farrow & Ball (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #434446 · 4009-2
Noir
6%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Noir Technical Profile
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Noir in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Noir in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparNoir
Nearly identical
Farrow & BallOff-Black
Off-Black
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Black Tie
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Black Boudoir
Behr
Nearly identical
Midnight Magic
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Midnight Magic
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Graphite
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Licorice Rope
Kilz
Nearly identical
Deep Onyx
PPG
Nearly identical
Cyberspace
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Anchored Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Blue Grey
RAL
Very similar
Metal .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Noir
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Noir
#434446
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#514B71
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Noir
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Noir 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 Noir.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Noir — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Noir have?
Noir 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 Noir in your own space before committing.
What colors match Noir from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Noir are Off-Black by Farrow & Ball (a near-identical match), Black Tie by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Black Boudoir by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Noir'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 Noir?
Noir has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 5.8, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Noir's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.