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Benjamin Moore Dark Basalt

2072-10 · #41373D · LRV 4.2

Compare with other brands: Valspar Black Currant is a 94% match

Dark Basalt (2072-10) is a deep purple from Benjamin Moore with no strong undertone. Its LRV is about 4.2 (very dark): it absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. plan for good artificial lighting. The closest match in another brand is Valspar Black Currant (94% match).

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LRV

4.2 · Very dark

Undertone

None (neutral)

Temperature

Cool

Code

2072-10

HEX

#41373D

RGB

65, 55, 61

HSL

324°, 8%, 24%

Family

Purples

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Dark Basalt FAQ

What undertone does Dark Basalt have?

Dark Basalt has no strong undertone: it reads as a deep purple. Its color temperature is cool. This is estimated from the digital color values; north-facing light pulls undertones cooler and warm bulbs pull them warmer, so check a real sample on your wall.

What is the LRV of Dark Basalt?

Dark Basalt has an LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 4.2 on a 0–100 scale, which is very dark. It absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. Plan for good artificial lighting.

What is the closest match to Dark Basalt in other brands?

Valspar: Black Currant (8004-1G), 94%; Sherwin-Williams: Bohemian Black (SW 6988), 94%; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Bohemian Black (HGSW6988), 94%; Dunn-Edwards: Bistre Pigment (DEBN13), 92%; Farrow & Ball: Pitch Black (No. 256), 90%; PPG: Napoleon (PPG1013-7), 88%; Glidden: Napoleon (PPG1013-7), 88%; Behr: Blackout (N510-7), 87%. Matches are estimated from digital color values and are not official conversions; always compare a real sample of both.

What is the HEX code of Dark Basalt?

The HEX code of Dark Basalt (2072-10) is #41373D, RGB 65, 55, 61. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.