Charcoal Blue N490-5 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #5D8392, estimated 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.
Behr · #5D8392 · N490-5
Charcoal Blue
21%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Charcoal Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#5D8392
RGB93, 131, 146
Estimated LRV20.6
UndertoneCool (Blue)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyblue
BrandBehr
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#628798
Close digital match
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#5A818C
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Colors That Work With Charcoal Blue
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Charcoal Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Charcoal Blue are Lakeside Cabin by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Buckland Blue by Benjamin Moore (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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