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Benjamin Moore Smoky Ash 986

Smoky Ash

Benjamin Moore

986

About Smoky Ash by Benjamin Moore

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Brightness: 26.5%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #998b75

RGB: 153, 139, 117

Hue37°

Saturation15%

Lightness53%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Smoky Ash

Benjamin Moore

986

Frequently asked questions

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

Is Smoky Ash 986 a warm or cool color?
Smoky Ash by Benjamin Moore is a warm deeper color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Smoky Ash?
Smoky Ash sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 37°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Smoky Ash?
Brightness is about 27%. Saturation is around 15%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 53%. Hue is close to 37°. The hex value is #998b75. The RGB value is 153, 139, 117.
Is Smoky Ash better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Smoky Ash has brightness around 27%. 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 Smoky Ash?
You can match Smoky Ash 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 Smoky Ash work best in a home?
Smoky Ash 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 Smoky Ash compare to a pure white paint?
Smoky Ash is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm 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 Benjamin Moore

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

Smoky Ash

Benjamin Moore

986

Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

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

Smoky Ash

Benjamin Moore

986

Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Smoky Ash

Benjamin Moore

986

Alternate Colors by other brands

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

ICED CAPPUCCINO

Glidden

PPG1099-6

Sawdust

Sherwin Williams

SW6158

Curio Gray

Sherwin Williams

SW0024

Barro Verde

Sherwin Williams

SW9123