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Benjamin Moore Galaxy

2117-20 · #423E45 · LRV 5

Compare with other brands: Valspar Black Currant is a 96% match

Galaxy (2117-20) is a deep cool gray from Benjamin Moore with a subtle violet undertone. Its LRV is about 5 (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 (96% match).

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LRV

5 · Very dark

Undertone

Violet · subtle

Temperature

Cool

Code

2117-20

HEX

#423E45

RGB

66, 62, 69

HSL

274°, 5%, 26%

Family

Grays

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Galaxy FAQ

What undertone does Galaxy have?

Galaxy is a deep cool gray with a subtle violet undertone. 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 Galaxy?

Galaxy has an LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 5 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 Galaxy in other brands?

Valspar: Black Currant (8004-1G), 96%; Farrow & Ball: Paean Black (No. 294), 95%; PPG: Napoleon (PPG1013-7), 95%; Glidden: Napoleon (PPG1013-7), 95%; Sherwin-Williams: Black Swan (SW 6279), 93%; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Darkroom (HGSW7083), 93%; Dunn-Edwards: Fired Bronze (DEB008), 92%; Behr: Catwalk (N550-7), 91%. 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 Galaxy?

The HEX code of Galaxy (2117-20) is #423E45, RGB 66, 62, 69. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.