Ref. #3A4040 · K-848
Moonless Sky
5%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Moonless Sky Technical Profile
What color is Moonless Sky? It's a dark cool gray with the hex code #3A4040. Colors similar to Moonless Sky include Benjamin Moore Blacktop, Benjamin Moore Midnight, Hirshfield's Dark River. Moonless Sky has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 5, Moonless Sky creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a cool neutral, Moonless Sky pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to Moonless Sky
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Moonless Sky
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Moonless Sky
#3A4040
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#455768
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Moonless Sky
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Moonless Sky 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 Vista Paint Colors
Other Vista Paint colors close to Moonless Sky.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Moonless Sky — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Moonless Sky have?
Moonless Sky by Vista Paint has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Moonless Sky from other brands?
The closest matches are Blacktop by Benjamin Moore (#3A3E3D), Midnight by Benjamin Moore (#383E40), Dark River by Hirshfield's (#3E4445). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Moonless Sky?
Moonless Sky has an LRV of 4.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Moonless Sky's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.