Very Black 5011-2 is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #424449, LRV 6 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Abyss from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #424449 · 5011-2
Very Black
6%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Very Black Technical Profile
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Very Black in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Very Black in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparVery Black
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreAbyss
Abyss
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Stargazing
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Midnight Magic
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Midnight Magic
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Cyberspace
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Anchored Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Blackbird
Behr
Nearly identical
Railings
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Napoleon
PPG
Very similar
Graphite Grey
RAL
Very similar
Typewriter
Kilz
Very similar
Metal .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Very Black
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Very Black
#424449
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#544C72
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Very Black
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Very 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 Very 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.
Very Black — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Very Black have?
Very Black by Valspar has a cool (blue) 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 Very Black in your own space before committing.
What colors match Very Black from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Very Black are Abyss by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Stargazing by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Midnight Magic by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Very 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 Very Black?
Very Black 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 Very Black's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.