Charcoal Linen 2133-40 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #7D8085, estimated LRV 22 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Nuts and Bolts from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #7D8085 · 2133-40
Charcoal Linen
22%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Charcoal Linen Technical Profile
HEX Code#7D8085
RGB125, 128, 133
Estimated LRV21.5
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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 Charcoal Linen
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Nuts and Bolts
Valspar
#7C7F86
Close digital match
Whale Tail
Kilz
#7C7D82
Close digital match
Victorian Pewter
PPG
#828388
Close digital match
Refined Gray
Dutch Boy
#7D8285
Close digital match
Tarnished Silver
Dunn-Edwards
#797B80
Close digital match
Serious Gray
Sherwin-Williams
#7D848B
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Legendary Gray
Behr
#7F8384
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Subtle Shadow
Vista Paint
#7E8080
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Subtle Shadow
Hirshfield's
#7F8282
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RAL
#828282
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#8B8A8C
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Colors That Work With Charcoal Linen
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Charcoal Linen
#7D8085
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8A85AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Charcoal Linen
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Charcoal Linen 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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Charcoal Linen — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Charcoal Linen have?
Charcoal Linen by Benjamin Moore has a cool (blue) 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 Charcoal Linen from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Charcoal Linen are Nuts and Bolts by Valspar (a close digital match), Whale Tail by Kilz (a close digital match), Victorian Pewter by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Charcoal Linen'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 Charcoal Linen?
Charcoal Linen has a estimated lightness value of 21.5, 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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