Chimney Smoke 4010-1 is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #4D5256, LRV 8 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Westcott Navy from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #4D5256 · 4010-1
Chimney Smoke
8%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Chimney Smoke Technical Profile
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Chimney Smoke in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Chimney Smoke in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparChimney Smoke
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreWestcott Navy
Westcott Navy
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Hopper Head
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Chimney
Behr
Nearly identical
Gravity
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Witchcraft
PPG
Very similar
Vermont Slate
Vista Paint
Very similar
Motor Gray
Kilz
Very similar
Cover of Night
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Blue Grey
RAL
Very similar
Vermont Slate
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Cyberspace
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Metal .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Chimney Smoke
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Chimney Smoke
#4D5256
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#565880
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Chimney Smoke
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Chimney 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
Similar Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Chimney Smoke.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Chimney Smoke — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Chimney Smoke have?
Chimney Smoke by Valspar 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 Chimney Smoke in your own space before committing.
What colors match Chimney Smoke from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Chimney Smoke are Westcott Navy by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Midnight Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), French Beret by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Chimney 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 Chimney Smoke?
Chimney Smoke has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 8.3, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Chimney Smoke's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.