# RAL Classic Black brown

Source: [https://plan-home.com/color/black-brown-ral-8022](https://plan-home.com/color/black-brown-ral-8022)

RAL Classic Black brown RAL 8022 is an exceptionally deep near-black with a softly muted charcoal cast. At #1A1719, it reads almost black in low light, while brighter daylight can reveal its subtle, slightly warm dark-gray character. This shade is well suited to exterior metalwork, front doors, window frames, and cabinetry where a strong outline is wanted without the sharper look of pure black. Pair Black brown with pale stone, warm off-whites, natural oak, or brushed brass for contrast and texture. On large interior walls, it is best used in rooms with generous daylight or balanced with lighter flooring and furnishings.

## Color details
- **Brand or system:** RAL Classic
- **Color name:** Black brown
- **Color code:** RAL 8022
- **HEX:** #1A1719
- **RGB:** 26, 23, 25
- **LRV:** 4.57%
- **Brightness:** Dark
- **Color families:** Grey
- **Temperature:** warm
- **Undertones:** red

## Color codes
- **HSV:** Hue: 320° Saturation: 11.54% Value: 10.2%
- **HSL:** hsl(320, 6, 10)
- **CMYK:** Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 11.54 Yellow: 3.85 Key: 89.8
- **YIQ:** Y: 24.125 I: 1.145 Q: 1.257
- **XYZ:** X: 0.908 Y: 0.903 Z: 1.046
- **CIE Lab:** L:8.152 a:1.982 b:-0.872
- **CIE Luv:** L:8.152 u:0.919 v:-0.675
- **Decimal:** 1709849
- **Hunter Lab:** 9.501, 0.431, 0.124

## Equivalent and related colors
- [RAL Classic Jet black](https://plan-home.com/color/jet-black-ral-9005)
- [RAL Effect RAL 790-M](https://plan-home.com/color/ral-790-m)
- [RAL Effect RAL 790-5](https://plan-home.com/color/ral-790-5)
- [RAL Classic Traffic black](https://plan-home.com/color/traffic-black-ral-9017)
- [RAL Classic Graphite black](https://plan-home.com/color/graphite-black-ral-9011)
- [RAL Effect RAL 790-6](https://plan-home.com/color/ral-790-6)
- [RAL Classic Black blue](https://plan-home.com/color/black-blue-ral-5004)
- [RAL Classic Signal black](https://plan-home.com/color/signal-black-ral-9004)
- [RAL Effect RAL 790-4](https://plan-home.com/color/ral-790-4)
- [RAL Classic Black grey](https://plan-home.com/color/black-grey-ral-7021)

## Complementary colors
- [RAL Classic Fir green](https://plan-home.com/color/fir-green-ral-6009)
- [RAL Classic Pine green](https://plan-home.com/color/pine-green-ral-6028)

## 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.