Chicago Fog N140-2 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #CACCCD, estimated LRV 55 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Evening Shadow from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #CACCCD · N140-2
Chicago Fog
55%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Chicago Fog Technical Profile
HEX Code#CACCCD
RGB202, 204, 205
Estimated LRV55.0
UndertoneNeutral
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 Familygray
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Chicago Fog
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Chicago Fog
#CACCCD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858BAD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Chicago Fog
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Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Chicago Fog Room Palettes
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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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Chicago Fog — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Chicago Fog have?
Chicago Fog by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray 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 Chicago Fog from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Chicago Fog are Evening Shadow by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Silverado by Kilz (a close digital match), Brushed Metal by Kilz (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Chicago Fog'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 Chicago Fog?
Chicago Fog has a estimated lightness value of 55.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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