Ref. #9497B3 · DE5927
Charcoal Dust
32%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Charcoal Dust Technical Profile
What color is Charcoal Dust? It's a medium warm neutral with the hex code #9497B3. Colors similar to Charcoal Dust include Valspar Macaw, Hirshfield's Lavender Spectacle, Valspar House of Owen. Charcoal Dust has a cool (violet) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 32 gives Charcoal Dust depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Charcoal Dust 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 Charcoal Dust
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Charcoal Dust
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Charcoal Dust
#9497B3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9585AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Charcoal Dust
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Charcoal Dust 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 Dunn-Edwards Colors
Other Dunn-Edwards colors close to Charcoal Dust.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Charcoal Dust — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Charcoal Dust have?
Charcoal Dust by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (violet) undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Charcoal Dust from other brands?
The closest matches are Macaw by Valspar (#8E91AB), Lavender Spectacle by Hirshfield's (#9392AD), House of Owen by Valspar (#8E96B5). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Charcoal Dust?
Charcoal Dust has an LRV of 31.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Charcoal Dust's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.