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Smoke Embers
53%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Smoke Embers Technical Profile
What color is Smoke Embers? It's a medium warm gray with the hex code #C2C0BB. Colors similar to Smoke Embers include Sherwin-Williams Light French Gray, Sherwin-Williams Knitting Needles, Sherwin-Williams Silverplate. Smoke Embers has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 53, Smoke Embers sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. As a warm neutral, Smoke Embers pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Smoke Embers
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
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Gray Pearl
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Gull Gray
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Place of Dust
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Place Of Dust
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Pavilion Gray
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Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Smoke Embers
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Smoke Embers
#C2C0BB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A5AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Smoke Embers
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Smoke Embers 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 Smoke Embers.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Smoke Embers — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Smoke Embers have?
Smoke Embers by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Smoke Embers from other brands?
The closest matches are Light French Gray by Sherwin-Williams (#C2C0BB), Knitting Needles by Sherwin-Williams (#C3C1BC), Silverplate by Sherwin-Williams (#C2C0BA). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Smoke Embers?
Smoke Embers has an LRV of 52.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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