Brownstone CSP-240 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #4F443E, 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.
Ref. #4F443E · CSP-240
Brownstone
6%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Brownstone Technical Profile
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Brownstone in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Brownstone in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreBrownstone
Nearly identical
PPGDark Granite
Dark Granite
PPG
Nearly identical
Black Cherry
Kilz
Nearly identical
Chocolate
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Tribal Drum
Behr
Nearly identical
Chocolate
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Nourish .05
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Orchid Black
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Brown Velvet
Valspar
Very similar
Espresso Macchiato
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Black Fox
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Tanner's Brown
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Terra Brown
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Brownstone
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
Pure 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
Similar Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Brownstone.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Brownstone — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Brownstone have?
Brownstone by Benjamin Moore has a neutral 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 Brownstone in your own space before committing.
What colors match Brownstone from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Brownstone are Dark Granite by PPG (a near-identical match), Black Cherry by Kilz (a near-identical match), Chocolate by Vista Paint (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Brownstone's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.