Cordite HDC-MD-28 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #606666, LRV 13 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Bracken Slate from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #606666 · HDC-MD-28
Cordite
13%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Cordite Technical Profile
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Cordite in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Cordite in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrCordite
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreBracken Slate
Bracken Slate
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Greybeard
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Greybeard
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Roycroft Pewter
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Down Pipe
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Equinox
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Steely Expression
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Cobalt Cannon
Valspar
Very similar
Murky Depths
Kilz
Very similar
Lava Gray
PPG
Very similar
Mouse Grey
RAL
Very similar
Metal .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cordite
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cordite
#606666
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#647D95
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cordite
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cordite 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 Cordite.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cordite — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cordite have?
Cordite by Behr has a cool (green) 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 Cordite in your own space before committing.
What colors match Cordite from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cordite are Bracken Slate by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Greybeard by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Greybeard by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Cordite'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 Cordite?
Cordite has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 12.9, 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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Related Reading
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 Cordite's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.