Charcoal Smoke 1033-7 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #474F43, estimated LRV 7 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Opera Evening from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #474F43 · 1033-7
Charcoal Smoke
7%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Charcoal Smoke Technical Profile
HEX Code#474F43
RGB71, 79, 67
Estimated LRV7.3
UndertoneCool (Green)
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
BrandPPG
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Compare alternatives to Charcoal Smoke
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#495146
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#454B40
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Colors That Work With Charcoal Smoke
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Charcoal Smoke
#474F43
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#4F7655
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Charcoal Smoke
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Charcoal Smoke 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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Charcoal Smoke — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Charcoal Smoke have?
Charcoal Smoke by PPG has a cool (green) 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 Charcoal Smoke from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Charcoal Smoke are Opera Evening by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Foxhall Green by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Forestwood by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Charcoal Smoke'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 Smoke?
Charcoal Smoke has a estimated lightness value of 7.3, 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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