Matte Black Colors

Matte Black is about depth without reflection, unlike glossy black or jet black lacquer. It appears on hardware, doors, cabinetry, fireplaces, and modern exteriors, with Obsidian and Hushed Shore showing the quiet end.

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#171915

Ancient Pebble

#212121

Brushed Crest

#2B2B2B

Coal

#1C1C1C

Gentle Heath

#2A2E32

Gentle Straw

#1D201D

Hazy Horizon

#2C282E

Hazy Shell

#2C2C2B

Hushed Lark

#2A292E

Hushed Prairie

#28282B

Matte Black

#262B29

Mellow Cove

#1F201D

Natural Jade

#1B1B1B

Obsidian

#242124

Raven

#161818

Rustic Ridge

#1B1D1C

Sandy Moon

#2E2D2F

Smoky Ash

#1F1D20

Smoky Pine

#232225

Smoky River

#1F2223

Soft Lake

#1E1E1E

Soot

#141514

Stone Gale

#2A2B2C

Tender Mist

#232525

Timeworn Gale

#242927

Tranquil Ridge

Using matte black in your home

Matte Black works on fireplaces, interior doors, built ins, metal accents, and powder rooms where glare would feel wrong. North light makes it read very soft and heavy. South light still will not add much shine. Pair with warm white, oak, stone, clay, or brushed brass. The warning is maintenance. Flat black marks easily on doors and cabinets, so choose a washable matte or a low sheen finish for touched surfaces.

Frequently asked questions

Is Matte Black a color or finish?

It is both a black color idea and a low sheen finish. The finish is what removes the shine.

What Matte Black paint is linked here?

Valspar Dark Kettle Black (LRV 2.328) is the closest listed paint. It is extremely dark, so sample it with the intended sheen.

Does Matte Black make walls look smaller?

Yes, it can pull walls inward visually. That can be useful in a powder room or media room, but risky in a narrow hall.