Graphic Charcoal N500-6 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #46595E, LRV 9 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Volute from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #46595E · N500-6
Graphic Charcoal
9%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Graphic Charcoal Technical Profile
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Graphic Charcoal in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Graphic Charcoal in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrGraphic Charcoal
Nearly identical
Vista PaintVolute
Volute
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Blue Tapestry
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Volute
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Yorktowne Green
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Still Water
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Sprucey
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Tundra Pond
PPG
Very similar
Fathoms Below
Kilz
Very similar
Sequoia Glade
Valspar
Very similar
Wool .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Hague Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Basalt Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Graphic Charcoal
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Graphic Charcoal
#46595E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#566381
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Graphic Charcoal
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Graphic Charcoal 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 Graphic Charcoal.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Graphic Charcoal — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Graphic Charcoal have?
Graphic Charcoal by Behr has a cool (blue) 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 Graphic Charcoal in your own space before committing.
What colors match Graphic Charcoal from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Graphic Charcoal are Volute by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Blue Tapestry by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Volute by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Graphic Charcoal'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 Graphic Charcoal?
Graphic Charcoal has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 9.3, 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 Graphic Charcoal's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.