Brownstone CSP-240 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #4F443E, estimated LRV 6 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dark Granite from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #4F443E · CSP-240
Brownstone
6%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Brownstone Technical Profile
HEX Code#4F443E
RGB79, 68, 62
Estimated LRV6.1
UndertoneNeutral
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Color Familygray
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Dark Granite
PPG
#4F443F
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#4D423C
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Chocolate
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#4E413C
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Tribal Drum
Behr
#514843
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Chocolate
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#4D403B
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Colorhouse
#53453C
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#4F4842
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Colors That Work With Brownstone
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Brownstone
#4F443E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#736E4D
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Brownstone
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Brownstone 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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Brownstone — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Brownstone have?
Brownstone by Benjamin Moore 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 Brownstone from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Brownstone are Dark Granite by PPG (a close digital match), Black Cherry by Kilz (a close digital match), Chocolate by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Brownstone'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 Brownstone?
Brownstone has a estimated lightness value of 6.1, 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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