Carbon Copy 2117-10 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #393638, LRV 4 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Deep Forest Brown from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #393638 · 2117-10
Carbon Copy
4%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Carbon Copy in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Carbon Copy in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreCarbon Copy
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsDeep Forest Brown
Deep Forest Brown
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Onyx Black
PPG
Very similar
Sayward Pine
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Black
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Pitch Black
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Grey Brown
RAL
Very similar
Octavius
Vista Paint
Very similar
Bitter Chocolate
Behr
Very similar
Deep Cosmos
Dutch Boy
Very similar
True Black
Kilz
Very similar
Black Currant
Valspar
Very similar
Nourish .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Carbon Copy
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Carbon Copy
#393638
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#614146
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Carbon Copy
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Carbon Copy 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 Carbon Copy.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Carbon Copy — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Carbon Copy have?
Carbon Copy 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 Carbon Copy in your own space before committing.
What colors match Carbon Copy from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Carbon Copy are Deep Forest Brown by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Domino by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Bohemian Black by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match) — the best options for getting Carbon Copy'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 Carbon Copy?
Carbon Copy has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 3.8, 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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Why Carbon Copy's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.