Mined Coal PPU18-18 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #6C6A66, estimated LRV 15 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Burnt Ember from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #6C6A66 · PPU18-18
Mined Coal
15%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Mined Coal Technical Profile
HEX Code#6C6A66
RGB108, 106, 102
Estimated LRV14.5
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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#6B6A68
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Colors That Work With Mined Coal
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mined Coal
#6C6A66
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#939B6A
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mined Coal
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mined Coal 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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Mined Coal — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mined Coal have?
Mined Coal 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 Mined Coal from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mined Coal are Burnt Ember by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Storm Warning by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Kendall Charcoal by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Mined Coal'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 Mined Coal?
Mined Coal has a estimated lightness value of 14.5, 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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