ColorplanDown Pipe vs Graphic Charcoal
Farrow & Ball Down Pipe No.26 compared with Behr Graphic Charcoal N500-6
Down Pipe is a touch lighter (LRV 13 vs 11) than Graphic Charcoal. Both have almost no visible undertone. The difference (ΔE 3.0) is visible side by side but subtle on a whole wall, so check samples together before swapping one for the other.
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How different the two colors look. Under 2.5 is very hard to tell apart on a wall; over 5 is clearly different.
Which to choose
For a small or dim room, Down Pipe reflects more light (LRV 13).
Side by side
| Down Pipe | Graphic Charcoal | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Farrow & Ball | Behr |
| Code | No.26 | N500-6 |
| LRV | 13 | 11 |
| Undertone | neutral | neutral |
| Family | Gray | Gray |
| HEX | #606565 | #5C5E5F |
| Good for | accent walls, front doors | accent walls, front doors |
Questions
What is the difference between Down Pipe and Graphic Charcoal?
Down Pipe is a touch lighter (LRV 13 vs 11) than Graphic Charcoal. Both have almost no visible undertone. The difference (ΔE 3.0) is visible side by side but subtle on a whole wall, so check samples together before swapping one for the other.
Which is lighter, Down Pipe or Graphic Charcoal?
Down Pipe is lighter, with an LRV of 13 against 11.
How does Down Pipe compare to Graphic Charcoal in a north-facing room?
Down Pipe will read even deeper in north light: great for a cozy, enveloping room, less so if you want it bright. The same goes for Graphic Charcoal.
Based on published color values. Screens vary, so always check a physical sample before buying.