Lampblack CW-695 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #7F8282, estimated LRV 22 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Subtle Shadow from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #7F8282 · CW-695
Lampblack
22%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Lampblack Technical Profile
HEX Code#7F8282
RGB127, 130, 130
Estimated LRV22.1
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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Subtle Shadow
Hirshfield's
#7F8282
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Game Over
Behr
#7E8181
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Subtle Shadow
Vista Paint
#7E8080
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Storm Cloud
Dunn-Edwards
#808283
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Chipped Granite
Kilz
#7C8081
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Software
Sherwin-Williams
#7F8486
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Dusty Grey
RAL
#7D7F7D
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Dover Gray
PPG
#848585
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Refined Gray
Dutch Boy
#7D8285
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Grey Suit
Valspar
#888886
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Colorhouse
#848A86
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Plummett
Farrow & Ball
#8D8D8B
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Colors That Work With Lampblack
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Lampblack
#7F8282
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8599AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Lampblack
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Lampblack 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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Lampblack — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Lampblack have?
Lampblack 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 Lampblack from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Lampblack are Subtle Shadow by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Game Over by Behr (a close digital match), Legendary Gray by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Lampblack'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 Lampblack?
Lampblack has a estimated lightness value of 22.1, 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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