Deep Charcoal RM130 is a gray paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #5F6F75, estimated LRV 15 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Slate Tile from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Kilz · #5F6F75 · RM130
Deep Charcoal
15%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Deep Charcoal Technical Profile
HEX Code#5F6F75
RGB95, 111, 117
Estimated LRV15.1
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
BrandKilz
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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 →
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#606E74
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#617178
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#626F74
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#5F727A
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#647074
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Colors That Work With Deep Charcoal
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Deep Charcoal
#5F6F75
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6B769C
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Deep Charcoal
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Deep 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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Deep Charcoal — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Deep Charcoal have?
Deep Charcoal by Kilz 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 Deep Charcoal from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Deep Charcoal are Slate Tile by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Blue Spruce by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Deep Iron Creek by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Deep 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 Deep Charcoal?
Deep Charcoal has a estimated lightness value of 15.1, 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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