Benjamin Moore Almost Black 2130-30
| Official page: | Almost Black 2130-30 |
| Code: | 2130-30 |
| Name: | Almost Black |
| Brand: | Benjamin Moore |
What color is Benjamin Moore Almost Black?
Step into a world of sophistication and drama with Benjamin Moore Almost Black (2130-30). This deep, rich hue exudes elegance and luxury, making it the perfect choice for a moody and intimate setting. Imagine this captivating color gracing the walls of a stylish living room, creating a cozy atmosphere perfect for entertaining guests or unwinding after a long day. In a bedroom, Almost Black brings a sense of coziness and warmth, making it an ideal choice for a space designed for relaxation and comfort. Embrace the timeless appeal of Benjamin Moore's Almost Black, and transform any room into a sumptuous sanctuary of style and glamour.
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What are Benjamin Moore Almost Black undertones?
Almost Black has a blue and purple undertone based on its position in the color space. We identify undertones by isolating the pure hue (separating it from lightness and saturation), which avoids distortions caused by tints, tones, and shades.
This method is generally more reliable than judging undertones on a white background.
HEX value:
#4F4E53
RGB code:
79, 78, 83
Is Benjamin Moore Almost Black 2130-30 cool or warm?
With a hue of 252°, this black leans cool, but it's near the neutral line and may feel warmer in certain lighting.
2130-30 Almost Black HSL code: 252, 3%, 32%
Hue - degree on a color wheel from 0 to 360. 0 is red, 120 is green, and 240 is blue.
Saturation is expressed as a percentage. At 0%, it appears as a shade of grey, and at 100%, it is in full color.
Lightness is also a percentage value. 0% is black, and 100% is white.
How light temperature affects Almost Black
Natural Lighting. During the day, natural light shifts from about 2000 K at sunrise/sunset to 5500–6500 K at noon.
In addition, natural‑light temperature depends on its direction:
| Direction of sunlight | Visible temp. | Hue | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| North | Cool | Bluish | All day |
| East | Warm | Yellow | Before noon |
| West | Warm | Orange‑red | After noon |
| South | Warm | Orange‑yellow | All day |
Artificial Lighting. When choosing bulbs, pay attention to their color‑temperature (Kelvins).
Use the slider to see how this black shade looks under different lighting:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Almost Black:
Monochromatic color scheme
This scheme consists of various shades, tints, and tones of a single color. While it offers a perfect combination of hues, without accent décor it may become monotonous.
Darker shades
2130-30
Almost Black
Complementary color scheme
This color scheme is a combination of two shades that are opposite each other on the color wheel. The high contrast between these colors creates a vibrant and dynamic visual effect. For the color Almost Black with a blue hue, complementary colors are those with a orange hue close to 72, such as Benjamin Moore Army Green and Horizon Gray.
LRV of Almost Black
Almost Black has an LRV of 9.34% and refers to Dark colors which means that this color almost does not reflect light. Why LRV is important?
Light Reflectance Value measures the amount of visible and usable light that reflects from a painted surface.
Simply put, the higher the LRV of a paint color, the brighter the room you will get.
The scale goes from 0% (absolute black, absorbing all light) to 100% (pure white, reflecting all light).
Act like a pro: When choosing paint with an LRV of 9.34%, pay attention to your bulbs' brightness. Light brightness is measured in lumens. The lower the paint's LRV, the higher lumen level you need. Every square foot of room needs at least 40 lumens. That means for a 200 ft2 living room you’ll need about 8000 lumens of light – e.g., eight 1000 lm bulbs.
Color codes
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| Format | Code | |
|---|---|---|
| HEX | #4F4E53 | |
| RGB Decimal | 79, 78, 83 | |
| RGB Percent | 30.98%, 30.59%, 32.55% | |
| HSV | Hue: 252° Saturation: 6.02% Value: 32.55% | |
| HSL | hsl(252, 3, 32) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 4.82 Magenta: 6.02 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 67.45 | |
| YIQ | Y: 78.869 I: -1.011 Q: 1.768 | |
| XYZ | X: 7.51 Y: 7.736 Z: 9.279 | |
| CIE Lab | L:33.426 a:1.509 b:-2.794 | |
| CIE Luv | L:33.426 u:0.259 v:-3.664 | |
| Decimal | 5197395 | |
| Hunter Lab | 27.813, -0.476, -0.311 |
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