Tricorn Black vs Wrought Iron
A side-by-side comparison of Sherwin Williams Tricorn Black (SW 6258) and Benjamin Moore Wrought Iron (2124-10).
| Sherwin Williams Tricorn Black | Benjamin Moore Wrought Iron | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | SW 6258 | 2124-10 |
| Hex |
#2F2F2F
|
#484844
|
| RGB | 47, 47, 47 | 72, 72, 68 |
| LRV | 3 | 6.16 |
| Undertone | True Neutral Black | Warm Charcoal-Green |
| Family | Black | Black |
| Best Rooms | Front Door, Accent Wall, Exterior Trim, Shutters, Statement Furniture | Front Door, Accent Wall, Cabinets, Exterior Trim, Shutters |
LRV Comparison
Light Reflectance Value measures how much light a color reflects. Tricorn Black has an LRV of 3 (dark) and Wrought Iron has an LRV of 6.16 (dark). These two colors reflect a similar amount of light, so the brightness of a room will feel comparable with either choice.
The Full Comparison
The black versus almost-black debate. Tricorn Black (SW) is a true, clean black with minimal undertone. Wrought Iron (BM) is a soft black with warm green undertones, reading more as a very dark charcoal. For a front door or shutters where you want crisp, modern impact, Tricorn Black delivers. For interior accent walls or cabinetry where you want depth without harshness, Wrought Iron's softer character is more forgiving. Tricorn Black paired with bright white trim creates high contrast. Wrought Iron paired with warm white creates a gentler, more layered look.
Tricorn Black Undertones
About as close to a true, pure black as Sherwin Williams offers. No visible blue, brown, or green undertone. Just black.
Wrought Iron Undertones
A dark, complex near-black with warm charcoal undertones. Softer than a true black, with depth that changes with light.
Lighting Behavior
Tricorn Black: Reads as a true black in all conditions. In very bright direct light, you might detect the faintest warm lean, but functionally this is a neutral black.
Wrought Iron: In direct light, you can see its warm green-gray character. In dim rooms, it reads as a sophisticated soft black. More interesting than a flat black.
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Frequently Asked Questions
No, Tricorn Black (Sherwin Williams) and Wrought Iron (Benjamin Moore) are not the same color. They're in the same family (black), but they differ in undertone, LRV, and how they behave in different lighting. Tricorn Black has true neutral black undertones, while Wrought Iron has warm charcoal-green undertones. Always compare physical samples before choosing.
Wrought Iron is lighter with an LRV of 6.16, compared to Tricorn Black's LRV of 3. LRV (Light Reflectance Value) measures how much light a color reflects on a scale from 0 (black) to 100 (white).
That's a popular combination. Using the darker Tricorn Black (LRV 3) on walls and the lighter Wrought Iron (LRV 6.16) on trim creates a classic contrast that makes the trim pop.