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Valspar Dark Kettle Black

4011-2 · #292A2D · LRV 2.3

Compare with other brands: Sherwin-Williams Tricorn Black is a 94% match

Dark Kettle Black (4011-2) is a cool black from Valspar with a subtle blue undertone. Its LRV is about 2.3 (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 Tricorn Black (94% match).

Compare Dark Kettle Black with other brands

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LRV

2.3 · Very dark

Undertone

Blue · subtle

Temperature

Cool

Code

4011-2

HEX

#292A2D

RGB

41, 42, 45

HSL

225°, 5%, 17%

Family

Blacks

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Dark Kettle Black FAQ

What undertone does Dark Kettle Black have?

Dark Kettle Black is a cool black 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 Dark Kettle Black?

Dark Kettle Black has an LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 2.3 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 Dark Kettle Black in other brands?

Sherwin-Williams: Tricorn Black (SW 6258), 94%; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Tricorn Black (HGSW6258), 94%; Benjamin Moore: Black (HC-190), 93%; Dunn-Edwards: Black (DEA002), 84%; Behr: Limousine Leather (MQ5-05), 83%; Farrow & Ball: Pitch Black (No. 256), 83%; PPG: Starless Sky (PPG0995-7), 82%; Glidden: Starless Sky (PPG0995-7), 82%. 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 Dark Kettle Black?

The HEX code of Dark Kettle Black (4011-2) is #292A2D, RGB 41, 42, 45. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.