Black
There is more to Behr Black (BLACK) than the swatch alone: its depth, undertones and setting all shape the final impression. Its LRV of 5.6 gives it real visual weight, allowing the color to hold a wall rather than simply recede from view. 10 sourced room photos offer a closer look at the color in lived-in settings.
Hex
#3f3f3eLRV
5.58
Black in Rooms
Follow Black from one space to another and watch how light, scale and surrounding materials reshape its character. 10 sourced room photos offer a closer look at the color in lived-in settings.
3 Bedroom Photos
3 bedroom images trace Black (BLACK) through the slower pace of morning and night. Its place within BEHR® Designer Collection hints at the range of palettes it can inhabit.
Bedroom walls in bold Black create dramatic modern contrast.
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Black accent wall grounds this bedroom with contemporary sophistication.
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Wainscoting paneling in deep Black defines bedroom architectural interest.
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4 Bathroom Photos
Across 4 bathroom images, Black (BLACK) meets window light, mirrors and focused task lighting. Its neutral temperature gives the surrounding palette unusual influence over the final mood.
Bathroom vanity and walls in Black deliver striking contemporary style.
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Black wall treatment transforms this bathroom into a bold statement.
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Bathroom vanity painted in Black adds modern elegance and contrast.
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Sleek Black vanity brings contemporary style to this bathroom space.
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3 Misc Photos
In an assortment of spaces that reveals the color outside a single design formula, the most interesting quality of Black (BLACK) may be the way it responds to a changing mix of architectural details and personal finishes. Its yellow undertone may become clearest at the boundary between paint and a contrasting finish.
Wooden dresser painted in sleek Black demonstrates furniture versatility.
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Painted furniture in Black creates a bold, sophisticated accent piece.
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Dark wooden furniture finished in Black makes a striking statement.
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Similar Colors
At LRV 18 vs 6, Iron Mountain is decisively the brighter choice.
Asphalt Gray reads slightly lighter (LRV 11 vs 6), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
A 10-point LRV gap (16 vs 6) makes Welded Iron the marginally brighter of the two.
Bonsai Trunk reads slightly lighter (LRV 15 vs 6), a gap that shows most in low-lit rooms.
Complementary Colors
Blueberry Whip reflects far more light (LRV 66 vs 6), opening up a space where Black encloses it.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 7 vs 6), so neither reads brighter in a room.
Color Codes
Manufacturer description
Elevate your space with Behr BLACK Black (HDC-CL-28), a timeless and sophisticated hue that exudes elegance. This deep and dramatic color creates a bold statement, perfect for accent walls or modern cabinetry. Pair Behr BLACK Black with crisp whites for a striking contrast, or embrace a monochromatic look by combining it with various shades of gray. Incorporate metallic accents or natural textures to enhance the luxurious feel of this color. 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