Kendall Charcoal HC-166 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #686763, LRV 14 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Storm Warning from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #686763 · HC-166
Kendall Charcoal
14%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
More about Kendall Charcoal
Kendall Charcoal is the rich, slightly warm charcoal that gives a room depth without the finality of black. At LRV 14 it's a true dark, but its warmth keeps it from feeling cold or severe, which is why it's a favorite for exteriors, cabinetry, libraries, and accent walls.
In good light its warm charcoal character shows; in shadow it deepens toward near-black. It pairs with warm whites, brass, and wood. Its near-identical Sherwin-Williams match is Storm Warning, with Behr Mined Coal close behind.
Kendall Charcoal Technical Profile
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Kendall Charcoal in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Kendall Charcoal in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreKendall Charcoal
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsStorm Warning
Storm Warning
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Mined Coal
Behr
Nearly identical
Iron-Ic
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Underground
Kilz
Nearly identical
Sable Evening
Valspar
Very similar
Armory
PPG
Very similar
Gropius Gray
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Gropius Gray
Vista Paint
Very similar
Blackened Ore
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Quartz Grey
RAL
Very similar
Down Pipe
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Metal .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Kendall Charcoal
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Kendall Charcoal
#686763
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#899866
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Kendall Charcoal
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Kendall Charcoal 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 Kendall Charcoal.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Kendall Charcoal — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Kendall Charcoal have?
Kendall Charcoal 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 Kendall Charcoal in your own space before committing.
What colors match Kendall Charcoal from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Kendall Charcoal are Storm Warning by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Mined Coal by Behr (a near-identical match), Chinchilla by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Kendall Charcoal'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 Kendall Charcoal?
Kendall Charcoal has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 13.5, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Kendall Charcoal's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.