Charcoal Shadow 8286 is a gray paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #565B5D, estimated LRV 10 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Flint from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Vista Paint · #565B5D · 8286
Charcoal Shadow
10%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Charcoal Shadow Technical Profile
HEX Code#565B5D
RGB86, 91, 93
Estimated LRV10.3
UndertoneNeutral
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Color Familygray
BrandVista Paint
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Colors That Work With Charcoal Shadow
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Charcoal Shadow
#565B5D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5C668A
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Charcoal Shadow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Charcoal Shadow 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 Shadow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Charcoal Shadow have?
Charcoal Shadow by Vista Paint 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 Shadow from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Charcoal Shadow are Flint by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Ambler Slate by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Temptation by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Charcoal Shadow'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 Shadow?
Charcoal Shadow has a estimated lightness value of 10.3, 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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