Ref. #65686A · HC-178
Charcoal Slate
14%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Charcoal Slate Technical Profile
What color is Charcoal Slate? It's a deep neutral gray with the hex code #65686A. Colors similar to Charcoal Slate include Vista Paint Polished Pewter, Vista Paint Grafton Grey, Dunn-Edwards Pointed Rock. Charcoal Slate has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 14, Charcoal Slate creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Charcoal Slate is a true neutral — pair with any wood, any metal, any trim color. Off-white trim works in most homes; brushed nickel or matte black hardware both read well across spaces. True neutrals read consistently across lighting conditions, which is why they're popular base colors. They inherit a faint warm cast under 2700K and a cool cast under 4000K, but never dramatically.
Colors Similar to Charcoal Slate
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Charcoal Slate
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Charcoal Slate
#65686A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#686D9A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Charcoal Slate
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Charcoal Slate 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 Charcoal Slate.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Charcoal Slate — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Charcoal Slate have?
Charcoal Slate by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Charcoal Slate from other brands?
The closest matches are Polished Pewter by Vista Paint (#646869), Grafton Grey by Vista Paint (#63686A), Pointed Rock by Dunn-Edwards (#646767). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Charcoal Slate?
Charcoal Slate has an LRV of 13.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Charcoal Slate's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.