Kendall Charcoal HC-166 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #686763, estimated 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.
Benjamin Moore · #686763 · HC-166
Kendall Charcoal
14%Estimated LRV
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
HEX Code#686763
RGB104, 103, 99
Estimated LRV13.5
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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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Storm Warning
Sherwin-Williams
#696863
Close digital match
Mined Coal
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#6C6A66
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#6A6B67
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#69655F
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Colors That Work With Kendall Charcoal
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Kendall Charcoal from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Kendall Charcoal are Storm Warning by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Mined Coal by Behr (a close digital match), Chinchilla by Behr (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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