Charcoal Blue 2739 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #3D4450, estimated LRV 6 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Stiletto from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Sherwin-Williams · #3D4450 · 2739
Charcoal Blue
6%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Charcoal Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#3D4450
RGB61, 68, 80
Estimated LRV5.7
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
BrandSherwin-Williams
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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 →
Stiletto
Behr
#424752
Close digital match
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#3F4855
Close digital match
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#434750
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#444D5A
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#45484B
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Colors That Work With Charcoal Blue
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Charcoal Blue
#3D4450
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#524D73
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Charcoal Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Charcoal Blue 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 Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Charcoal Blue have?
Charcoal Blue by Sherwin-Williams 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 Charcoal Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Charcoal Blue are Stiletto by Behr (a close digital match), Parisian Night by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Starless Night by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Charcoal Blue'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 Blue?
Charcoal Blue has a estimated lightness value of 5.7, 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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