Jet Black paint colors
Top picks for jet black
6 editor's picksEditor's picks + the named jet black every designer roundup features. Each card links to a single-color reference or full brand guide.
More jet black shades
4 variantsDrill into shade variants — modifier-specific bands (light, deep, muted) and named in-between shades each link to their own hub with cross-brand matches.
Jet Black at every US brand
10 brands · 5 picks each5 picks per brand spread across the LRV range, drawn from each brand's full jet black lineup. Tap any swatch for its single-color spec; tap the brand title for the brand's complete deck.
Behr
Benjamin Moore
Valspar
Sherwin-Williams
Dunn-Edwards
PPG / Glidden
Magnolia Home
Farrow & Ball
Backdrop
Clare
Top Kompozit jet black
14 in deckKompozit's deck has 14 colors that match the jet black band. The 5 below are spread across the LRV range — pick a darkness, hit Amazon for the can.
About jet black
Jet Black is a true neutral black with no measurable hue shift — the deepest, purest member of the black family. Unlike Onyx or Tuxedo, it shows no blue, brown, or green undertone, which makes it read as graphic and absolute on a wall.
Use it sparingly: front doors, window sashes, interior trim against pale walls, and small accent pieces. Pair with crisp whites, natural wood, and any metal finish. With LRV near zero, it absorbs everything. Designer alternatives: BM Black, SW Tricorn Black, F&B Pitch Black.