Lunar Basalt BNC-26 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #556B64, estimated LRV 13 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Canadian Fir from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #556B64 · BNC-26
Lunar Basalt
13%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Lunar Basalt Technical Profile
HEX Code#556B64
RGB85, 107, 100
Estimated LRV13.4
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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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
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#51665E
Close digital match
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#506A67
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#556E6B
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Colors That Work With Lunar Basalt
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Lunar Basalt
#556B64
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#618992
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Lunar Basalt
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Lunar Basalt 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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Lunar Basalt — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Lunar Basalt have?
Lunar Basalt 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 Lunar Basalt from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Lunar Basalt are Canadian Fir by Valspar (a close digital match), Rookwood Sash Green by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match), Micropolis by Hirshfield's (a very close match) — the best options for getting Lunar Basalt'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 Lunar Basalt?
Lunar Basalt has a estimated lightness value of 13.4, 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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