Valspar Hematite
4006-2C · #484B50 · LRV ~7
Closest tone in another brand: Benjamin Moore Baby Seal Black (~99% proximity)Hematite (4006-2C) is a deep cool gray from Valspar with a subtle blue undertone, in this site’s digital reading. Estimated LRV about 7 (very dark): it absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. plan for good artificial lighting. The closest tone in another brand is Benjamin Moore Baby Seal Black (~99% proximity).
Closest tone to Hematite in other brands
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LRV (estimated)
7 · Very dark
Undertone (estimated)
Blue · subtle
Temperature
Cool
Code
4006-2C
HEX
#484B50
RGB
72, 75, 80
HSL
217°, 5%, 30%
Family
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Hematite FAQ
What undertone does Hematite have?
Hematite is a deep cool gray with a subtle blue undertone, in this site’s digital reading. 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 estimated 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. It is an estimate from the digital HEX, not the LRV published by the brand.
What is the closest tone to Hematite in other brands?
Benjamin Moore: Baby Seal Black (2119-30), ~99% proximity; Dunn-Edwards: Black Bay (DEA188), ~98% proximity; PPG: Witchcraft (PPG1037-7), ~98% proximity; Glidden: Witchcraft (PPG1037-7), ~98% proximity; Behr: Ink Black (N490-7), ~98% proximity; Sherwin-Williams: Cyberspace (SW 7076), ~97% proximity; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Cyberspace (HGSW7076), ~97% proximity; Farrow & Ball: Railings (No. 31), ~97% proximity. These are estimates of digital closeness on screen, not proven physical equivalence or 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.