Chicago Fog N140-2 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #CACCCD, 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.
Ref. #CACCCD · N140-2
Chicago Fog
55%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Chicago Fog Technical Profile
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Chicago Fog in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Chicago Fog in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrChicago Fog
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsEvening Shadow
Evening Shadow
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Silverado
Kilz
Nearly identical
Cloud Computing
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Sidewalk Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Gravity
Valspar
Nearly identical
Sacred Spring
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Silvery Gray
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Sacred Spring
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Silvery Moonlight
PPG
Nearly identical
Telegrey 4
RAL
Nearly identical
Skylight
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Chicago Fog
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
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Chicago Fog
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Chicago Fog 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 Chicago Fog.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Chicago Fog in your own space before committing.
What colors match Chicago Fog from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Chicago Fog are Evening Shadow by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Silverado by Kilz (a near-identical match), Brushed Metal by Kilz (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Chicago Fog's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.