Benjamin Moore Blacktop 2135-10
| Official page: | Blacktop 2135-10 |
| Code: | 2135-10 |
| Name: | Blacktop |
| Brand: | Benjamin Moore |
What color is Benjamin Moore Blacktop?
Introducing Benjamin Moore's sophisticated and timeless hue, Blacktop (2135-10). This deep and velvety shade exudes elegance and drama, making it the perfect choice for creating a luxurious and modern interior. Blacktop pairs beautifully with soft neutrals like crisp white, warm greys, and subtle taupes for a chic and harmonious color scheme. To add a pop of contrast, consider incorporating metallic accents in gold or silver to complement the richness of Blacktop. Elevate your space with this versatile and sophisticated color that adds depth and sophistication to any room.
Blacktop for exterior
Looking for a fresh new look for your house exterior or starting from skretch? We’ve collected pictures of real-life homes that have been painted with this cool hue. Find inspiration for your house’s exterior, front doors, gates, shutters, frames or windows.
Benjamin Moore Blacktop reviews
View the photos of real spaces painted with this that were not included in specific categories.Close-ups, painted furniture, storages and dressers, hallways, stairs and ceilings.
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What are Benjamin Moore Blacktop undertones?
The undertone of Blacktop can be accurately described as a Green hue, as is apparent from the color space provided. By isolating the pure hue and eliminating any tints, tones, and shades, we were able to precisely determine its undertone. This approach has proven to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.
HEX value
HEX value:
#393D3C
RGB code:
57, 61, 60
Is Benjamin Moore Blacktop 2135-10 cool or warm?
With a hue of 165° thisblackrefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
2135-10 Blacktop HSL code: 165, 3%, 23%
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.
- Cooler hues have a calm and relaxation effect
- Cool grey shades are versatile and provide a neutral canvas for your interior design. They seamlessly complement any style, whether it's Victorian, Scandinavian, or Modern.
- Dark, cool shades create a dramatic and sophisticated atmosphere, making them a great choice for bedrooms and living rooms when you want to make a bold yet calming statement. However, be cautious about using dark, cool colors in small spaces, as they can make the room feel smaller and more enclosed.
Act like a pro: Mixing warm and cool shades is a must have to get harmonius interior. Add accents that contrast with the primary color to create visual balance. If your walls are a warm color, don’t forget to add accent in cold colors (furniture, art, décor). A good practice is too use a complementary color scheme.
How light temperature affects Blacktop
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 Blacktop:
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 Blacktop with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 345, such as Benjamin Moore Raindrops on Roses and Aplomb.
LRV of Blacktop
Blacktop has an LRV of 5.94% 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 5.94%, 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 | #393D3C | |
| RGB Decimal | 57, 61, 60 | |
| RGB Percent | 22.35%, 23.92%, 23.53% | |
| HSV | Hue: 165° Saturation: 6.56% Value: 23.92% | |
| HSL | hsl(165, 3, 23) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 6.56 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 1.64 Key: 76.08 | |
| YIQ | Y: 59.69 I: -2.062 Q: -1.157 | |
| XYZ | X: 4.171 Y: 4.534 Z: 4.929 | |
| CIE Lab | L:25.362 a:-1.917 b:0.035 | |
| CIE Luv | L:25.362 u:-1.966 v:0.283 | |
| Decimal | 3751228 | |
| Hunter Lab | 21.292, -2.29, 1.179 |
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