Smoky Ash 986 is a brown paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #9A8C76, estimated LRV 27 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sawdust from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #9A8C76 · 986
Smoky Ash
27%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Smoky Ash Technical Profile
HEX Code#9A8C76
RGB154, 140, 118
Estimated LRV26.9
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 Familybrown
BrandBenjamin Moore
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#998970
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Colors That Work With Smoky Ash
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Smoky Ash
#9A8C76
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A9AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Smoky Ash
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Smoky Ash 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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Smoky Ash — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Smoky Ash have?
Smoky Ash by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the brown 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 Smoky Ash from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Smoky Ash are Sawdust by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Tropical Tan by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Stone Terrace by Valspar (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Smoky Ash'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 Smoky Ash?
Smoky Ash has a estimated lightness value of 26.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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