Charcoal Blue N490-5 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #5D8392, LRV 21 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Lakeside Cabin from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #5D8392 · N490-5
Charcoal Blue
21%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Charcoal Blue Technical Profile
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Charcoal Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Charcoal Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrCharcoal Blue
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreLakeside Cabin
Lakeside Cabin
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Sky Space
Valspar
Very similar
Granite Falls
PPG
Very similar
St. Bart's
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Rocky Hill
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Bell Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Rocky Hill
Vista Paint
Very similar
Tiber River
Kilz
Very similar
High Seas Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
De Nimes
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Squirrel Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Charcoal Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Charcoal Blue
#5D8392
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7B85A7
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Charcoal Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Charcoal Blue Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Charcoal Blue.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Charcoal Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Charcoal Blue have?
Charcoal Blue by Behr has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Charcoal Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Charcoal Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Charcoal Blue are Lakeside Cabin by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Buckland Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Sky Space by Valspar (a very close match) — the best options for getting Charcoal Blue's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Charcoal Blue?
Charcoal Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 20.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Charcoal Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.