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Benjamin Moore Black

2132-10 · #323233 · LRV 3.2

Compare with other brands: Sherwin-Williams Black Magic is a 99% match

Black (2132-10) is a true black from Benjamin Moore with no strong undertone. Its LRV is about 3.2 (very dark): it absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. plan for good artificial lighting. The closest match in another brand is Sherwin-Williams Black Magic (99% match).

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LRV

3.2 · Very dark

Undertone

None (neutral)

Temperature

Neutral

Code

2132-10

HEX

#323233

RGB

50, 50, 51

HSL

240°, 1%, 20%

Family

Blacks

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Black FAQ

What undertone does Black have?

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 Black?

Black has an LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 3.2 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 Black in other brands?

Sherwin-Williams: Black Magic (SW 6991), 99%; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Caviar (HGSW6990), 98%; Valspar: Tomcat (8006-12G), 97%; Dunn-Edwards: Black (DEA002), 92%; Behr: Limousine Leather (MQ5-05), 91%; Farrow & Ball: Pitch Black (No. 256), 90%; PPG: Starless Sky (PPG0995-7), 90%; Glidden: Starless Sky (PPG0995-7), 90%. 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 Black?

The HEX code of Black (2132-10) is #323233, RGB 50, 50, 51. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.