Coal Mine N540-7 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #3D4B61, estimated LRV 9 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Luna Pier from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #3D4B61 · N540-7
Coal Mine
9%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Coal Mine Technical Profile
HEX Code#3D4B61
RGB61, 75, 97
Estimated LRV9.0
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 Familyblue
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Coal Mine
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Coal Mine
#3D4B61
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#58547D
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Coal Mine
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Coal Mine 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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Coal Mine — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Coal Mine have?
Coal Mine by Behr has a neutral 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 Coal Mine from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Coal Mine are Luna Pier by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Quiet Peace by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Admiralty by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Coal Mine'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 Coal Mine?
Coal Mine has a estimated lightness value of 9.0, 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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