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Valspar Hematite

4006-2C · #484B50 · LRV 7

Compare with other brands: Benjamin Moore Baby Seal Black is a 99% match

Hematite (4006-2C) is a deep cool gray from Valspar with a subtle blue undertone. Its LRV is about 7 (very dark): it absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. plan for good artificial lighting. The closest match in another brand is Benjamin Moore Baby Seal Black (99% match).

Compare Hematite with other brands

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LRV

7 · Very dark

Undertone

Blue · subtle

Temperature

Cool

Code

4006-2C

HEX

#484B50

RGB

72, 75, 80

HSL

217°, 5%, 30%

Family

Grays

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Hematite FAQ

What undertone does Hematite have?

Hematite is a deep cool gray with a subtle blue 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 Hematite?

Hematite has an LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 7 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 Hematite in other brands?

Benjamin Moore: Baby Seal Black (2119-30), 99%; Dunn-Edwards: Black Bay (DEA188), 98%; PPG: Witchcraft (PPG1037-7), 98%; Glidden: Witchcraft (PPG1037-7), 98%; Behr: Ink Black (N490-7), 98%; Sherwin-Williams: Cyberspace (SW 7076), 97%; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Cyberspace (HGSW7076), 97%; Farrow & Ball: Railings (No. 31), 97%. 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 Hematite?

The HEX code of Hematite (4006-2C) is #484B50, RGB 72, 75, 80. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.