Almost Charcoal 4008-2B is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #74797A, LRV 19 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Rhinoceros from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #74797A · 4008-2B
Almost Charcoal
19%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Almost Charcoal Technical Profile
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Almost Charcoal in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Almost Charcoal in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparAlmost Charcoal
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsRhinoceros
Rhinoceros
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Volcanic Ash
PPG
Nearly identical
Before the Storm
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Steel Wool
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Ocean Swell
Behr
Very similar
Old Lamppost
Kilz
Very similar
Dusty Grey
RAL
Very similar
Subtle Shadow
Vista Paint
Very similar
Cooled Graphite
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Subtle Shadow
Hirshfield's
Very similar
De Nimes
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Almost Charcoal
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Almost Charcoal
#74797A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7A89A7
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Almost Charcoal
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Almost 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 Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Almost 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.
Almost Charcoal — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Almost Charcoal have?
Almost Charcoal by Valspar has a neutral 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 Almost Charcoal in your own space before committing.
What colors match Almost Charcoal from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Almost Charcoal are Rhinoceros by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Volcanic Ash by PPG (a near-identical match), Before the Storm by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Almost 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 Almost Charcoal?
Almost Charcoal has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 18.8, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Almost Charcoal's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.