Ref. #5F6F75 · RM130
Deep Charcoal
15%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Deep Charcoal Technical Profile
What color is Deep Charcoal? It's a deep cool gray with the hex code #5F6F75. Colors similar to Deep Charcoal include Sherwin-Williams Slate Tile, Benjamin Moore Blue Spruce, PPG Superstition. Deep Charcoal has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 15, Deep Charcoal creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a cool neutral, Deep Charcoal pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to Deep Charcoal
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Deep Charcoal
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
Pure 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
Similar Kilz Colors
Other Kilz colors close to Deep Charcoal.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Deep Charcoal — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Deep Charcoal have?
Deep Charcoal by Kilz has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Deep Charcoal from other brands?
The closest matches are Slate Tile by Sherwin-Williams (#606E74), Blue Spruce by Benjamin Moore (#617178), Superstition by PPG (#5B6E74). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Deep Charcoal?
Deep Charcoal has an LRV of 15.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Deep Charcoal's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.