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Benjamin Moore Universal Black (2118-10) Paint Color


Color Name: Universal Black (2118-10)
Hex Color Code: #353435
RGB Color Code: RGB(53, 52, 53)
CMYK Values*: 0.0%, 1.9%, 0.0%, 79.2%





About Universal Black (2118-10) color - its meaning and example


What color is Universal Black (2118-10)?

Universal Black (2118-10) color belongs to the Neutral color family (hue). The hexadecimal color code(color number) for Universal Black (2118-10) is #353435, and the RGB color code is RGB(53, 52, 53).

In the RGB color model, Universal Black (2118-10) has a red value of 53, a green value of 52, and a blue value of 53. The CMYK color model (also known as process color, used in color printing) comprises 0.0% cyan, 1.9% magenta, 0.0% yellow, and 79.2% key (black). The HSL color scale has a hue of 300° (degrees), 1.0 % saturation, and 20.6 % lightness. In the HSB/HSV color space, Universal Black (2118-10) has a hue of 300° (degrees), 1.9 % saturation and 20.8 % brightness/value.


Universal Black (2118-10) is cool or warm?

The color Universal Black (2118-10) is neither cool nor warm color. It is a neutral color


What is the LRV of Universal Black (2118-10)?

Universal Black (2118-10) has an LRV of nearly 3. By LRV value, it is a very dark color.

Light Reflectance Value (LRV) is a measure of how much visible light is reflected off a surface. It is a number on a scale of 0 to 100, with 0 being pure black and 100 being pure white. The higher the LRV, the more light the color reflects and the lighter it will appear.



Dark Color

Universal Black (2118-10)

Light Color


Compare LRV 3 of Universal Black (2118-10) with dark and light Color




LRV is important to consider when choosing paint colors for a room, as it can affect the overall brightness and mood of the space. Lighter colors with higher LRVs will make a room feel more spacious and airy, while darker colors with lower LRVs will create a more intimate and cozy atmosphere.
LRV value 3 puts Benjamin Moore Universal Black (2118-10) paint color in the darker category.

  • Darker colors: Darker colors have lower LRV numbers because they absorb more light than they reflect. This means that they will make a room feel darker and smaller.
  • Lighter colors: Lighter colors have higher LRV numbers because they reflect more light than they absorb. This means that they will make a room feel brighter and more spacious.




Color Codes - Color Space Conversions


Universal Black (2118-10) (Paint - Benjamin Moore) color codes / color number / color space conversions - HEX, RGBA, CMYK, HSL, HSV/HSB, HYZ, CMY, HWB, RYB


RGBA / RGB

RGB(53, 52, 53)
Red
53 (20.8%)
Green
52 (20.4%)
Blue
53 (20.8%)
Alpha
1 (100.0%)

CMYK

Cyan
0.00%
Magenta
1.89%
Yellow
0.00%
Key
79.22%

HSL

HSL(300deg, 1.0 %, 20.6 %)

Hue
300°
Saturation
0.95 %.
Lightness
20.59 %.

RYB

RYB(164, 169, 182)
Red
164 (64.1%)
Yellow
169 (66.3%)
Blue
182 (71.6%)

HSV/HSB

Hue
300°
Saturation
1.89 %.
Brightness / Value
20.78 %.

HWB

H: 300°

W: 20.39 %

B: 79.22 %

XYZ

X : 3.34

Y : 3.47

Z : 3.86

YXY

Y1 : 3.47

X : 0.31

Y2 : 0.33

CMY

C : 79.22%

M : 79.61%

Y : 79.22%


LRV

~ 3.5 %

Munsell Color System

9.2P 2.1/0.1

CIE-Lab

L : 21.84

A : 0.67

B : -0.48

CIE-Lch

L : 21.84

C : 0.82

H : 324.41

CIE-Luv

L : 21.84

U : 0.45

V : -0.58

Hunter-Lab

L : 18.63

A : -0.6

B : 0.75






Similar Colors and Paints



Named colors similar to Universal Black (2118-10) (Paint - Benjamin Moore)


Here are the colors similar to Universal Black (2118-10) (Paint - Benjamin Moore). Delta E (ΔE) is the measure of the difference between two colors. Delta E is measured on a scale from 0 to 100, where 0 means exact match, and 100 is the highest difference.



#343434
Jet Black
ΔE - 1.08 (98.9% similar)
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ΔE - 1.16 (98.8% similar)
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Onyx
ΔE - 2.78 (97.2% similar)
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Shadow Gray
ΔE - 3.65 (96.3% similar)





Similar colors from Pantone, RAL, and other color matching system


Pantone PMS


Universal Black (2118-10) similar/equivalent colors from Pantone PMS. Conversion of Universal Black (2118-10) to Pantone PMS


#363432
PANTONE 10399 C
ΔE - 2.03 (98.0% similar)
#3D3A3E
PANTONE 8602 C
ΔE - 3.29 (96.7% similar)
#3D3935
PANTONE Black 7 C
ΔE - 3.82 (96.2% similar)
#2D2926
PANTONE Black C
ΔE - 4.54 (95.5% similar)


RAL Design


Universal Black (2118-10) similar/equivalent colors from RAL Design. Conversion of Universal Black (2118-10) to RAL Design




Pantone TCX


Universal Black (2118-10) similar/equivalent colors from Pantone TCX. Conversion of Universal Black (2118-10) to Pantone TCX




RAL Classic


Universal Black (2118-10) similar/equivalent colors from RAL Classic. Conversion of Universal Black (2118-10) to RAL Classic


#2F3234
RAL 7021 - Black Gray
ΔE - 2.65 (97.4% similar)
#2B2B2C
RAL 9004 - Signal Black
ΔE - 3.01 (97.0% similar)
#2A292A
RAL 9017 - Traffic Black
ΔE - 3.51 (96.5% similar)
#3D3635
RAL 8019 - Gray Brown
ΔE - 3.73 (96.3% similar)


British Standard 4800


Universal Black (2118-10) similar/equivalent colors from British Standard 4800. Conversion of Universal Black (2118-10) to British Standard 4800


#323638
BS 18-B-27 - Grey
ΔE - 3.08 (96.9% similar)
#36312D
BS 04-B-25 - Saracen
ΔE - 3.79 (96.2% similar)
#444444
BS 16-A-11 - Grey
ΔE - 5.26 (94.7% similar)





Paint similar to Universal Black (2118-10) (Paint - Benjamin Moore)


Here are the best recommended paint colors similar to Universal Black (2118-10) (Paint - Benjamin Moore). Delta E (ΔE) is the measure of the difference between two colors. Delta E is measured on a scale from 0 to 100, where 0 means exact match, and 100 is the highest difference.


Benjamin Moore


Universal Black (2118-10) similar/equivalent paint from Benjamin Moore. Conversion of Universal Black (2118-10) to Benjamin Moore


#343435
Twilight Zone (2127-10)
ΔE - 0.66 (99.3% similar)
#353434
Onyx (2133-10)
ΔE - 0.70 (99.3% similar)
#333334
Jet Black (2120-10)
ΔE - 0.76 (99.2% similar)


Sherwin Williams


Universal Black (2118-10) similar/equivalent paint from Sherwin Williams. Conversion of Universal Black (2118-10) to Sherwin Williams


#323132
Black Magic (SW 6991)
ΔE - 0.96 (99.0% similar)
#313031
Caviar (SW 6990)
ΔE - 1.28 (98.7% similar)
#2F2F30
Tricorn Black (SW 6258)
ΔE - 1.79 (98.2% similar)
#353337
Domino (SW 6989)
ΔE - 2.22 (97.8% similar)


Valspar


Universal Black (2118-10) similar/equivalent paint from Valspar. Conversion of Universal Black (2118-10) to Valspar


#2F2F2F
Tomcat (8006-12G)
ΔE - 2.01 (98.0% similar)
#2E2E30
Noir (4009-2)
ΔE - 2.14 (97.9% similar)
#3A3C3D
Black Heron (V120-3)
ΔE - 3.09 (96.9% similar)
#2F3238
Very Black (5011-2)
ΔE - 3.61 (96.4% similar)





Dunn-Edwards


Universal Black (2118-10) similar/equivalent paint from Dunn-Edwards. Conversion of Universal Black (2118-10) to Dunn-Edwards


#3B3A3A
Black (DEA 002)
ΔE - 2.04 (98.0% similar)
#3E3F41
Dark Engine (DE 6350)
ΔE - 3.70 (96.3% similar)
#464647
Black Tie (DE 6357)
ΔE - 5.87 (94.1% similar)
#414549
Stargazing (DE 6336)
ΔE - 6.14 (93.9% similar)


PPG Paints


Universal Black (2118-10) similar/equivalent paint from PPG Paints. Conversion of Universal Black (2118-10) to PPG Paints


#3C3D3D
Starless Sky (PPG0995-7)
ΔE - 3.21 (96.8% similar)
#414040
Black Magic (PPG1001-7)
ΔE - 3.95 (96.0% similar)
#464544
Onyx (PPG1011-7)
ΔE - 5.70 (94.3% similar)
#404149
Napoleon (PPG1013-7)
ΔE - 5.95 (94.1% similar)


Behr


Universal Black (2118-10) similar/equivalent paint from Behr. Conversion of Universal Black (2118-10) to Behr


#3B3C3B
Limousine Leather (MQ5-05)
ΔE - 3.22 (96.8% similar)
#3D3E3E
Carbon (N520-7)
ΔE - 3.50 (96.5% similar)
#413F3E
Blackout (N510-7)
ΔE - 3.85 (96.1% similar)
#3F3F3E
Black (Behr)
ΔE - 3.86 (96.1% similar)








Color Combinations


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Monochromatic Color Palette

Monochromatic colors belong to the same hue angle but different tints and shades. Monochromatic color palette can be generated by keeping the exact hue of the base color and then changing the saturation and lightness.

Analogous Color Palette

Analogous colors are a group of colors adjacent to each other on a color wheel. Group of these adjacent colors forms Analogous color scheme Palette. Analogous Palette can be generated by increasing or decreasing the hue value by 30 points.

Triadic Color Palette

The triadic color palette has three colors separated by 120° in the RGB color wheel

Tetradic Color Palette

The tetradic colour scheme composed of two sets of complementary colors in a rectangular shape on the color wheel.







Example Color Images and Mockup


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