# Benjamin Moore Black Tar

Source: [https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-black-tar-2126-10](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-black-tar-2126-10)

Benjamin Moore Black Tar 2126-10 is a deep charcoal-black with a nearly neutral cast and just a faint cool edge. At #38393A, it reads softer than a pure black, retaining enough gray to show its character on broad walls or millwork. In bright daylight, the charcoal quality is more apparent, while evening light can pull it closer to black. Use it on cabinetry, interior doors, a fireplace surround, or an exterior trim detail where a dark finish is wanted without an inky look. Black Tar pairs cleanly with warm white walls, pale oak, brushed brass, concrete, and natural linen textures.

## Color details
- **Brand or system:** Benjamin Moore
- **Color name:** Black Tar
- **Color code:** 2126-10
- **HEX:** #38393A
- **RGB:** 56, 57, 58
- **LRV:** 5.65%
- **Brightness:** Dark
- **Color families:** Grey
- **Temperature:** cool
- **Undertones:** blue

## Color codes
- **HSV:** Hue: 210° Saturation: 3.45% Value: 22.75%
- **HSL:** hsl(210, 2, 22)
- **CMYK:** Cyan: 3.45 Magenta: 1.72 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 77.25
- **YIQ:** Y: 56.815 I: -0.917 Q: 0.1
- **XYZ:** X: 3.858 Y: 4.072 Z: 4.585
- **CIE Lab:** L:23.91 a:-0.196 b:-0.77
- **CIE Luv:** L:23.91 u:-0.551 v:-0.81
- **Decimal:** 3684666
- **Hunter Lab:** 20.18, -1.195, 0.656

## Equivalent and related colors
- [Benjamin Moore Mopboard Black](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-mopboard-black-cw-680)
- [Benjamin Moore Ebony King](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-ebony-king-2132-20)
- [Benjamin Moore Black Iron](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-black-iron-2120-20)
- [Benjamin Moore Black Jack](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-black-jack-2133-20)
- [Benjamin Moore Black Ink](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-black-ink-2127-20)
- [Sherwin Williams Greenblack](https://plan-home.com/color/greenblack-sw-6994)
- [Behr Limousine Leather](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-limousine-leather)
- [Benjamin Moore Twilight Zone](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-twilight-zone-2127-10)
- [Behr Carbon](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-carbon)
- [Benjamin Moore Midnight Dream](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-midnight-dream-2129-10)
- [Benjamin Moore Jet Black](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-jet-black-2120-10)
- [Benjamin Moore Universal Black](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-universal-black-2118-10)
- [Benjamin Moore Black Panther](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-black-panther-2125-10)
- [Benjamin Moore Onyx](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-onyx-2133-10)
- [Benjamin Moore Black Berry](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-black-berry-2119-20)
- [Benjamin Moore Black Beauty](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-black-beauty-2128-10)
- [Benjamin Moore Black Satin](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-black-satin-2131-10)
- [Sherwin Williams Black of Night](https://plan-home.com/color/black-of-night-sw-6993)
- [Behr Totally Black](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-totally-black)
- [Behr Black](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-black)

## Lighter monochromatic colors
- [Benjamin Moore Midnight Oil](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-midnight-oil-1631)
- [Benjamin Moore Wrought Iron](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-wrought-iron-2124-10)
- [Benjamin Moore Mopboard Black](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-mopboard-black-cw-680)
- [Benjamin Moore Ebony King](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-ebony-king-2132-20)
- [Benjamin Moore Black Iron](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-black-iron-2120-20)

## Darker monochromatic colors
- [Benjamin Moore Midnight Dream](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-midnight-dream-2129-10)

## Complementary colors
- [Benjamin Moore Night Shade](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-night-shade-2116-10)
- [Benjamin Moore Woodcliff Lake](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-woodcliff-lake-980)
- [Benjamin Moore Silver Fox](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-silver-fox-2108-50)
- [Benjamin Moore Upper West Side](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-upper-west-side-csp-70)
- [Benjamin Moore Himalayan Trek](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-himalayan-trek-1542)
- [Benjamin Moore Briarwood](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-briarwood-hc-175)
- [Benjamin Moore Thunder](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-thunder-af-685)

Official product page: https://www.benjaminmoore.com/en-us/paint-colors/color/2126-10

## Important note

Digital color values and matches are approximate. Screens, lighting, paint finish, surface texture, and application method can change how a color appears. Test a physical paint sample before making a final decision.