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Behr Mined Coal PPU18-18

Mined Coal

Behr

PPU18-18

About Mined Coal by Behr

Mined Coal PPU18-18 by Behr is a dark neutral shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 15% and hue near 51° for steady results across rooms. Use on accents or pairing with light trim. Pairs well with clean whites and quiet neutrals.

Brightness: 14.6%

Tone: Neutral

HEX: #6c6b65

RGB: 108, 107, 101

Hue51°

Saturation3%

Lightness41%

Similar Colors by Behr

These are close matches to Mined Coal from the same brand. They keep a similar look and work well in the same type of rooms.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how Mined Coal looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Mined Coal PPU18-18 a warm or cool color?
Mined Coal by Behr is a neutral deeper color. It will usually read neutral in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Mined Coal?
Mined Coal sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 51°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Mined Coal?
Brightness is about 15%. Saturation is around 3%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 41%. Hue is close to 51°. The hex value is #6c6b65. The RGB value is 108, 107, 101.
Is Mined Coal better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Mined Coal has brightness around 15%. It is deeper, so it usually looks best in rooms with fair to strong daylight, where there is enough light to show the color.
Which colors go with Mined Coal?
You can match Mined Coal with simple whites for trim and ceiling, or with nearby neutrals from the same brand. The similar colors and complementary colors on this page are a good starting point for pairing.
Where does Mined Coal work best in a home?
Mined Coal works well as an accent on one or two walls, in cozy rooms, or in spaces with stronger daylight where a deeper color will not feel heavy.
How does Mined Coal compare to a pure white paint?
Mined Coal is softer than a pure untinted white. The neutral undertone and deeper color feel more gentle on the eye, so it tends to look calmer and less stark on large walls.

Lighter Shades by Behr

These lighter shades sit above Mined Coal in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Darker Shades by Behr

These colors drop a bit below Mined Coal in brightness. They can add depth without leaving the same style.

Complementary Colors by Behr

These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from Mined Coal. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

These colors from other brands have a similar look to Mined Coal. They are helpful if you switch between brands or match to a contractor’s paint line.