Burnt Ember CSP-120 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #6B6A68, estimated LRV 14 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Not So Innocent from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #6B6A68 · CSP-120
Burnt Ember
14%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Burnt Ember Technical Profile
HEX Code#6B6A68
RGB107, 106, 104
Estimated LRV14.4
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
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Compare alternatives to Burnt Ember
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Not So Innocent
Behr
#6A6968
Close digital match
Boat Anchor
Dunn-Edwards
#6C6B6A
Close digital match
Graphic Gray
Kilz
#6B6866
Close digital match
Storm Warning
Sherwin-Williams
#696863
Close digital match
Grey Tabby
PPG
#6C6B6C
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#6E6F6D
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#6F716F
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Colors That Work With Burnt Ember
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Burnt Ember
#6B6A68
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#949C6A
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Burnt Ember
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Burnt Ember 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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Burnt Ember — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Burnt Ember have?
Burnt Ember 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 Burnt Ember from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Burnt Ember are Not So Innocent by Behr (a close digital match), Boat Anchor by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Mined Coal by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Burnt Ember'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 Burnt Ember?
Burnt Ember has a estimated lightness value of 14.4, 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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