Paint Color Lab Almost Charcoal Valspar 4008-2B
Valspar Almost Charcoal (4008-2B) has an LRV of 15.93 and similar matches in Sherwin-Williams Grizzle Gray (SW 7068) and Benjamin Moore Amherst Gray (HC-167).
- LRV
- 15.93light reflectance, 0–100
- Undertone
- Subtle cool (blue)calculated from Lab
- Hex
- #6B7071
- RGB
- 107, 112, 113
- CIE Lab
- 46.9 / -1.7 / -1.2D65, from hex
- Depth
- Dark
Closest matches to Almost Charcoal in other brands
Ranked by CIEDE2000 colour difference (ΔE). Under 1 is near-identical; under 2 is hard to tell apart on a wall.
| Color | Brand | LRV | ΔE 2000 | How close |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grizzle Gray SW 7068 | Sherwin-Williams | 13 | 4.8 | similar, clearly different |
| Amherst Gray BM HC-167 | Benjamin Moore | 18.8 | 4.8 | similar, clearly different |
| Kendall Charcoal BM HC-166 | Benjamin Moore | 14.61 | 5.2 | similar, clearly different |
| Gauntlet Gray SW 7019 | Sherwin-Williams | 17 | 6.0 | similar, clearly different |
| Knight's Armor PPG 1001-6 | PPG | 11 | 7.2 | same family only |
| Adirondack Blue Behr N480-5 | Behr | 23 | 9.5 | same family only |
| Azalea Leaf PPG 1149-6 | PPG | 13 | 10.0 | same family only |
| Midnight Blue Behr N480-7 | Behr | 9 | 10.6 | same family only |
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Almost Charcoal on a wall
About Almost Charcoal
Almost Charcoal LRV and undertone
Valspar Almost Charcoal (4008-2B) has an LRV of 15.93, placing it in the dark range. Its gray color family and subtle cool blue undertone help distinguish it from grays with warmer, yellow-based characteristics. Light reflectance value measures how much visible light a surface reflects on a scale from 0 to 100. At 15.93, Almost Charcoal reflects relatively little light, so its appearance can vary considerably with room brightness and the amount of surrounding contrast.
The subtle blue undertone may become easier to notice beside warm whites or beige finishes. North-facing light often reinforces cool color qualities, while south-facing light tends to add warmth. In a dim room, a dark gray can appear deeper, so test it on more than one wall. Lighter trim provides a clear boundary, while darker trim can reduce the visible contrast between adjoining surfaces.
Almost Charcoal in other brands
Sherwin-Williams Grizzle Gray (SW 7068) and Benjamin Moore Amherst Gray (HC-167) both have a ΔE of 4.8. These colors are similar, but their differences should be visible when compared side by side. Grizzle Gray has an LRV of 13.0, making it darker than Almost Charcoal by light reflectance. Amherst Gray has an LRV of 18.8 and therefore reflects more light.
Benjamin Moore Kendall Charcoal (HC-166) has an LRV of 14.61 and a ΔE of 5.2, while Sherwin-Williams Gauntlet Gray (SW 7019) has an LRV of 17.0 and a ΔE of 6.0. Both are only similar matches. PPG Knight’s Armor (PPG1001-6), at ΔE 7.2, differs further. These numerical comparisons help narrow the options, but lighting and sheen can change how differences appear on painted walls.
Lighter and darker Valspar alternatives
Valspar Warm Eucalyptus (8004-28F) has an LRV of 21, making it lighter than Almost Charcoal. It may suit a space where a darker appearance is still desired but slightly more light reflection is useful. Valspar Café Blue (5001-4A), at LRV 29.07, is also lighter and has a blue color family.
Valspar Flora (5004-2C) has an LRV of 9.3, so it is substantially darker by this measure. It may be worth testing when a lower-reflectance finish is appropriate. Valspar Coastal Villa (6005-2A), at LRV 29.92, is lighter. These alternatives have ΔE values ranging from 9.9 to 16.9, so they are not close color matches. Compare samples under the actual room lighting before choosing.
Before you buy, compare a physical sample with the swatch on Valspar’s page for Almost Charcoal.
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Hex, RGB and LRV (as published) from Valspar's page for this color, checked October 24, 2026. Lab, undertone and ΔE are our calculations. Not affiliated with Valspar. See how we measure colors.