Charcoal Coast 30BB 16/031 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #6E7176, LRV 16 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Antique Tin from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #6E7176 · 30BB 16/031
Charcoal Coast
16%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Charcoal Coast Technical Profile
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Charcoal Coast in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Charcoal Coast in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGCharcoal Coast
Nearly identical
BehrAntique Tin
Antique Tin
Behr
Nearly identical
Ashland Slate
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Crucible
Valspar
Nearly identical
Draw Your Sword
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Old Lamppost
Kilz
Nearly identical
Plated Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Made in the Shade
Vista Paint
Very similar
Dolphin Dream
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Before the Storm
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Down Pipe
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Dusty Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Charcoal Coast
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Charcoal Coast
#6E7176
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7A74A3
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Charcoal Coast
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Charcoal Coast 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 PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Charcoal Coast.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Charcoal Coast — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Charcoal Coast have?
Charcoal Coast by PPG has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Charcoal Coast in your own space before committing.
What colors match Charcoal Coast from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Charcoal Coast are Antique Tin by Behr (a near-identical match), Ashland Slate by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Crucible by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Charcoal Coast'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 Charcoal Coast?
Charcoal Coast has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 16.4, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Charcoal Coast's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.