Paint Visualizer AIBlack paint color
Black Magic
A deep black for simple contrast
Black Magic defines cabinetry, doors, and accent walls. Pair it with white, warm wood, or a small amount of brighter color.
- Color family
- Black
- Undertone
- Subtle warmth
- Light reflectance
- 4 LRV / 100
- Use
- Interior & exterior
- Brand
- PPG Paints
Color & light
Color and lighting
Black Magic changes with the light around it.
Lightness
4 LRVA deep shade that reflects little light.
Temperature
warmIntensity
MutedRGB
- Red
- 65
- Green
- 64
- Blue
- 64
HSL
- Hue
- 0°
- Saturation
- 1%
- Lightness
- 25%
How light can change it
Bright daylight
It can read as a very dark charcoal.
Cool or indirect light
It looks deep black.
Warm evening light
Warm light gives it a softer edge.
Inspiration
Interior and exterior ideas
Interior
See Black Magic in living rooms, kitchens, bedrooms, and more.
Living room
Black walls contrast with the cream sofa and pale fireplace.
Dining room
Black paneling frames the wood dining table and cream chairs.
Kitchen cabinets
Black cabinets contrast with white counters and warm timber.
Bedroom
Black walls make the pale bedding and leather bench stand out.
Home office
Black paint surrounds the timber desk, woven chair, and pale armchair.
Bathroom
Black walls contrast with the white tile and floating wood vanity.
Exterior
See Black Magic on siding, front doors, trim, and more.
Siding
Black siding makes the pale trim and timber door stand out.
Front door
The black door contrasts with pale stone and white flowers.
Shutters & trim
Black shutters define the windows on the cream facade.
Fences & garden structures
Black fencing creates a dark backdrop for the timber bench.
Stucco
Black stucco contrasts with the timber doorway and pale paving.
Garage door
The black garage door stands out within the pale surround.
Color pairings
Colors that go with Black Magic
White and black
Light walls and black details give the main color a clear outline.
- Black Magic1001-7 · Main color
- Delicate White1001-1 · Second color
- Aria1001-2 · Accent color
Cream and green
Use a soft off-white with deep green woodwork or accents.
- Black Magic1001-7 · Main color
- Gypsum1006-1 · Second color
- Night Watch1145-7 · Accent color
Beige and blue
Warm beige balances a richer blue on cabinets or doors.
- Black Magic1001-7 · Main color
- Transcend1079-4 · Second color
- Chinese Porcelain1160-6 · Accent color
Lighter and darker shades
Related neutrals from PPG Paints
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Frequently Asked Questions
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