Benjamin Moore

Black Tar

2126-10

Black Tar is a deep neutral black with subtle gray undertones. With an LRV of 5.65, it reads very dark and solid. It suits cabinetry, trim, or accent walls where a neutral black is needed.

Simply White and Chantilly Lace provide high contrast, while Gray Owl and Stonington Gray keep adjacent walls cool. Hale Navy or Kendall Charcoal add depth.

Brand

Benjamin Moore

Code

2126-10

Collection

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Technical Specifications

Undertones

Type

Blue

Strength

Very Low

Temperature

neutral

Hue Angle

210°

Blue Family

Lightness

22%

Dark

Saturation

2%

Near Neutral

LRV

5.7
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Dark
Medium
Light
Very Light
White
Color Position
Saturation →
Lightness →

Color Codes

HEX
#38393A
RGB Decimal
56, 57, 58
RGB Percent
22.0%, 22.4%, 22.7%
HSL
210.0, 1.8%, 22.4%
HSV
210.0, 3.4%, 22.7%
CMYK
3.4%, 1.7%, 0.0%, 77.3%
YIQ
56.8, -0.9, 0.1
XYZ
3.86, 4.07, 4.59
CIE Lab
23.91, -0.19, -0.77
CIE Luv
23.91, -0.55, -0.82
Hunter Lab
20.18, -0.12, -0.48
Decimal
3684666

Coordinating Colors and Color Palettes

Lighter Shades

Monochromatic light

Complementary

Opposite on color wheel

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