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Kendall Charcoal vs Grizzle Gray

Benjamin Moore Kendall Charcoal HC-166 compared with Sherwin-Williams Grizzle Gray SW 7068

Kendall Charcoal and Grizzle Gray are very close, with only a subtle difference in undertone. Both have almost no visible undertone. They're close enough (ΔE 1.8) that most people won't see a difference on a wall, so one can usually stand in for the other.

Living room painted Kendall Charcoal on the left and Grizzle Gray on the right
Kendall Charcoal · Benjamin MooreGrizzle Gray · Sherwin-WilliamsPhoto: Pipcke / Unsplash

ΔE 1.8 · Very close

How different the two colors look. Under 2.5 is very hard to tell apart on a wall; over 5 is clearly different.

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Kendall CharcoalGrizzle Gray
BrandBenjamin MooreSherwin-Williams
CodeHC-166SW 7068
LRV1313
Undertoneneutralneutral
FamilyGrayGray
HEX#676662#636562
Good foraccent walls, front doorsaccent walls, front doors

Questions

What is the difference between Kendall Charcoal and Grizzle Gray?

Kendall Charcoal and Grizzle Gray are very close, with only a subtle difference in undertone. Both have almost no visible undertone. They're close enough (ΔE 1.8) that most people won't see a difference on a wall, so one can usually stand in for the other.

Which is lighter, Kendall Charcoal or Grizzle Gray?

They have the same LRV (13), so they're equally light.

How does Kendall Charcoal compare to Grizzle Gray in a north-facing room?

Kendall Charcoal will read even deeper in north light: great for a cozy, enveloping room, less so if you want it bright. The same goes for Grizzle Gray.

Based on published color values. Screens vary, so always check a physical sample before buying.

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