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Tar

Hex #535353LRV ≈ 9Lightness 35/100
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The same colour in other brands

The closest equivalent from each major brand, ranked by perceptual colour distance (ΔE) — under 2 is near-identical.

Bowler HatDuluxΔE 1.3
Summer ShadowJohnstone'sΔE 1.5
VulcanLittle GreeneΔE 2.7
Black HeronValsparΔE 3.7

Lighter & darker

Real paints in this colour family, stepped from light to dark.

Rich BlackDulux
Smelt BlackFarrow & Ball
TarFarrow & Ball
Stormy RetreatDulux
Urban ObsessionDulux
Mid Lead ColourLittle Greene
Chic ShadowDulux
Go To GreyJohnstone's
ShirtingLittle Greene

Pairs well with

Sympathetic neutrals for trim and ceilings, plus one contrast accent.

Violet WhiteDulux
Amethyst Showers 5Dulux
Purple Polka 5Dulux
Maiden GrassJohnstone's

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