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Benjamin Moore Universal Black

2118-10 · #363536 · LRV 3.6

Compare with other brands: Sherwin-Williams Black Magic is a 96% match

Universal Black (2118-10) is a true black from Benjamin Moore with no strong undertone. Its LRV is about 3.6 (very dark): it absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. plan for good artificial lighting. The closest match in another brand is Sherwin-Williams Black Magic (96% match).

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LRV

3.6 · Very dark

Undertone

None (neutral)

Temperature

Neutral

Code

2118-10

HEX

#363536

RGB

54, 53, 54

HSL

300°, 1%, 21%

Family

Blacks

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Universal Black FAQ

What undertone does Universal Black have?

Universal Black has no strong undertone: it reads as a true black. Its color temperature is neutral. 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 Universal Black?

Universal Black has an LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 3.6 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 Universal Black in other brands?

Sherwin-Williams: Black Magic (SW 6991), 96%; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Caviar (HGSW6990), 95%; Dunn-Edwards: Black (DEA002), 95%; Valspar: Tomcat (8006-12G), 94%; Farrow & Ball: Pitch Black (No. 256), 93%; Behr: Limousine Leather (MQ5-05), 93%; PPG: Starless Sky (PPG0995-7), 93%; Glidden: Starless Sky (PPG0995-7), 93%. 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 Universal Black?

The HEX code of Universal Black (2118-10) is #363536, RGB 54, 53, 54. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.