Jet Black
Often used for its genuinely dark qualities, Jet Black remains a staple for Benjamin Moore designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to anchor a room without demanding the spotlight. We've gathered 10 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.
Hex
#333334
LRV
4.71
Jet Black in Real Rooms
Jet Black has a low LRV of 4.71 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color. Grouped in the Black and Gray and Neutral family, the photos below show it applied in a house, living room, kitchen cabinets and misc.
1 House Photo
When choosing Jet Black for an exterior, you are opting for a color that respects the landscape. It feels like it grew out of the earth rather than being dropped onto it, creating a harmonious relationship between the architecture and the garden.
Jet Black Exterior
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4 Living Room Photos
When applied to living room walls, Jet Black creates a sense of "visual quiet." It eliminates the erratic shadows found in busier spaces, instead providing a steady, rhythmic tone that ties together disparate furniture styles. It's the common thread that makes a room full of heirlooms and modern pieces feel like a cohesive collection.
Benjamin Moore Jet Black Living Room Paint
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Bm Jet Black Living Room Walls
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Bm Jet Black Living Room
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Bm Jet Black Living Room
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1 Kitchen Cabinets Photo
For an island-only application, Jet Black provides a stunning focal point. It anchors the center of the room, creating a "furniture piece" feel that contrasts beautifully with lighter perimeter cabinets and draws people toward the heart of the kitchen.
Jet Black Kitchen Cabinets
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4 Misc Photos
These examples of Jet Black in transitional spaces—like entryways or landings—show how the color can act as a "thread" that ties the upper and lower floors of a house together into one cohesive story.
2120-10 Door
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Jet Black Painted Cabinets
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Benjamin Moore Jet Black Painted Storage
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Painted Furniture
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