Benjamin Moore Black Beauty 2128-10 is a rich, dark shade of black with a subtle hint of warmth. Featuring an LRV of 5.32, it offers a calming and sophisticated depth, making it an excellent choice for dramatic accents and cabinetry.
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Paint Technical Profile
| Color ID / SKU | 2128-10 |
| HEX Code | #393736 |
| Light Reflectance (LRV) | 5.32 |
| Temperature | Warm |
| Primary Undertone | Black |
| Hidden Undertones | Brown, Red |
| Use | Interior |
| Best Exposures | North, South, East, West |
| Best For | Kitchen Cabinets, Accent Walls, Interior Doors, Furniture, Trim |
Digital Visualizations & Applications Explore curated design concepts and coordinating palettes.
Digital visualization: This deep charcoal hue applied to kitchen cabinetry, paired with Calacatta Gold marble and brushed brass.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Natural morning light
- Hardware Finish:Brushed Brass
- Countertops:Calacatta Gold Marble
- Flooring:Light Oak
- Coordinating Wall Color:Benjamin Moore Chantilly Lace
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Concept board: A moody dark gray accent wall and trim seamlessly color-drenched, complementing walnut flooring and boucle textiles.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Moody ambient lighting
- Flooring:Walnut
- Textiles:Boucle and velvet
- Trim Color:Benjamin Moore Black Beauty (Color Drenched)
- Vibe:Modern Organic
Digital color test: A striking black interior door framed by warm white trim, set over herringbone white oak floors.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Soft afternoon sunlight
- Hardware Finish:Matte Black
- Trim Color:Benjamin Moore White Dove
- Flooring:Herringbone White Oak
- Styling:Minimalist entryway
Complementary Paint Colors
Digital visualization: A dark charcoal hue applied to a transitional wooden sideboard, featuring woven cane webbing panels.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Diffused window light
- Key Material:Cane webbing
- Background Wall:Benjamin Moore Edgecomb Gray
- Styling:Ceramic vases and linen books
- Architectural Style:Transitional
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Concept board: Bold charcoal architectural trim and baseboards contrasting sharply against light gray walls and polished concrete flooring.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Bright overhead natural light
- Wall Color:Benjamin Moore Classic Gray
- Flooring:Polished concrete
- Architectural Style:Industrial chic
- Styling:Large leafy plant
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