Valspar black paint colors
33 black paint colors from the Valspar Reserve / Signature deck. LRV ranges from 7.4 (lightest) down to 2 (darkest). Click any swatch to see how it cross-matches at the 10 other US paint brands.
True black on a wall almost always looks heavier than you expected. The picks below — the "designer blacks" — sit just shy of pure black, with subtle blue, brown, or green undertones that keep them from reading like a void.
All 33 black paint colors from Valspar
Grouped by undertone (warm → cool)Hex values are display approximations from Valspar's published swatch tools — not guaranteed to match a physical sample under controlled lighting. Order a brand-direct sample before specifying.
Valspar black paint colors by room
8 roomsRooms where black paint commonly works. Each link jumps to that room's curated picks across every brand — Valspar included — so you can compare Valspar black paint colors alongside the alternatives in context.
Other Valspar color families
Black paint colors at other US brands
About Valspar black paint colors
What Valspar's Black Paint Colors Look Like
Valspar's black family is not one flat tone. It runs from soft charcoals to true near-black, and many of these colors lean warm or carry a quiet undertone you only notice in real light. Names like Chimney Smoke and Black Evergreen hint at it: some pull gray, some pull deep green, some pull a dusky plum.
That fits Valspar's reputation for warm, livable color rather than cold and clinical. A pick like Black Currant (V125-6) reads as a rich dark with a hint of berry, while Very Black (5011-2) sits closer to a dense, neutral black. Look at samples on the actual wall before you commit, because undertone is what separates a black you love from one that fights the room.
Using LRV to Choose the Right Black
LRV (Light Reflectance Value) tells you how much light a color bounces back. In this slice it runs from about 2 at the darkest to 7.4 at the lightest, so every option here is genuinely dark but not equally so. A lower number means a deeper, more dramatic finish; a slightly higher number gives you a soft, shadowy charcoal.
For a true blackout look, reach for the low end like Deep Space Echo (T691) at LRV 2.8 or Very Black (5011-2) at 3.2. If you want a black that still shows a little depth and dimension, the lighter end suits you better, such as Thunderbolt (V098-6) at 7.4 or Model T (V140-6) at 6.9. The gap between LRV 2 and 7.4 is small on paper but very visible on a wall.
Best Rooms and Uses for These Blacks
Black works hardest as an accent and a frame. A single black feature wall, a fireplace surround, built-in shelving, or interior doors all get instant weight without painting yourself into a dark cave. Mid-charcoals like Chimney Smoke (4010-1, LRV 5) are forgiving in a living room or bedroom because they read soft in daylight.
The deepest tones earn their keep on cabinetry, a front door, window trim, or an exterior accent where you want crisp contrast. Black Evergreen (5009-1) is a smart choice when you want a dark that feels organic next to wood or greenery rather than stark. In small spaces, keep black to one surface and let the rest stay light so the room still breathes.
Pairing Black With Trim, Ceiling, and Other Colors
A warm black wants a warm partner. Pair it with a creamy white trim rather than a stark blue-white, and the whole scheme feels intentional instead of harsh. White trim and a white ceiling keep a dark wall from closing in, while a matching dark trim creates a bolder, more enveloping look if that is the goal.
For coordinating color, lean into Valspar's strength in warm neutrals and greens. A black like Black Evergreen sits beautifully beside a soft beige such as Safari Beige or a muted greige like Gray Silt, and Valspar's recent Warm Eucalyptus pulls a calm green-gray that flatters these darks. Wood tones, brass, and natural fibers all soften a black wall and keep it from feeling flat.
How Valspar Colors Are Sold and Cross-Matched
Every color here is mixed to order. You are not buying a pre-made bucket of black off a shelf; the store tints a base at the counter using the code, so any of these 33 blacks is available on demand. Valspar is sold at Lowe's and Ace Hardware, with Signature (around $40/gallon, ScuffShield) and Reserve (around $52, anti-microbial) as the main interior lines, plus Ultra.
Because it is mixed to order, you can also cross-match. If you found a black you like from another US brand, the tinting machine can match it closely into a Valspar base, and the reverse works too. The same applies to the featured Kompozit deck: bring the Valspar code or a sample, and a store with the right tint system can pull a near match so you are not locked to one brand's shelf.
Valspar black paint — frequently asked questions
Are Valspar's blacks true black or do they have undertones?+
Most carry an undertone, which is normal for quality dark paint. Some lean gray, some pull deep green or plum, like Black Evergreen or Black Currant. If you want the most neutral, dense black, look at picks like Very Black (5011-2) or the low-LRV Deep Space Echo (T691) and always test on the wall first.
What does LRV mean for picking a black?+
LRV is how much light a color reflects. In this black slice it ranges from about 2 (deepest) to 7.4 (softest). A lower number gives a darker, more dramatic finish; a slightly higher one like Thunderbolt (V098-6) at 7.4 keeps a little depth and reads less heavy in daylight.
Where can I buy these Valspar black colors?+
Valspar is sold at Lowe's and Ace Hardware. The interior lines are Ultra, Signature (around $40 a gallon with ScuffShield), and Reserve (around $52 with anti-microbial protection). Pick the color and line, and the store mixes it for you.
Is the black paint already made or mixed when I buy it?+
It is mixed to order. The store tints a base at the counter using the color code, so all 33 blacks in this family are available on demand even though they are not sitting pre-made on a shelf.
What trim and ceiling colors go with a Valspar black wall?+
A creamy white trim and white ceiling keep a dark wall from feeling closed in and suit Valspar's warm darks. For a bolder look, match the trim to the wall. Warm neutrals like Safari Beige or Gray Silt and the green-gray Warm Eucalyptus all coordinate well.
Can I match a Valspar black to another brand, like Kompozit?+
Yes. Because these colors are mixed to order, a store with the right tint system can match a Valspar black into another brand's base, or match a color from another deck, including the featured Kompozit deck, into Valspar. Bring the code or a physical sample for the closest result.