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Glidden Midnight Blue vs Valspar Dark Kettle Black

Compare undertones, light reflectance, and visual depth side by side.

Color Comparison

Midnight BlueDark Kettle Black
HEX#2B3F55#2F2F2F
LRV54
Undertonecoolneutral
Hue
266°
297°
Perceptual Difference (ΔE)12.53
LRV Difference1

Design Comparison

  • Dark Kettle Black reads slightly warmer than Midnight Blue.
  • Midnight Blue carries slightly more color presence and depth.
  • These colors have noticeable differences in tone and depth.

Design Insight

  • Dark Kettle Black appears slightly warmer than Midnight Blue.
  • Midnight Blue reflects more light and will feel brighter in most spaces.
  • Midnight Blue carries slightly more saturation, giving it more color presence.
  • Dark Kettle Black is a safer neutral choice for resale-focused spaces.