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Benjamin Moore Tavern Charcoal CW-90

Tavern Charcoal

Benjamin Moore

CW-90

About Tavern Charcoal by Benjamin Moore

Tavern Charcoal CW-90 by Benjamin Moore is a dark neutral shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 8% and hue near 47° for steady results across rooms. Use on accents or pairing with light trim. Pairs well with clean whites and quiet neutrals.

Brightness: 7.8%

Tone: Neutral

HEX: #524f44

RGB: 82, 79, 68

Hue47°

Saturation9%

Lightness29%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

These are close matches to Tavern Charcoal 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 Tavern Charcoal looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Tavern Charcoal CW-90 a warm or cool color?
Tavern Charcoal by Benjamin Moore is a neutral deeper color. It will usually read neutral in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Tavern Charcoal?
Tavern Charcoal sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 47°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Tavern Charcoal?
Brightness is about 8%. Saturation is around 9%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 29%. Hue is close to 47°. The hex value is #524f44. The RGB value is 82, 79, 68.
Is Tavern Charcoal better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Tavern Charcoal has brightness around 8%. 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 Tavern Charcoal?
You can match Tavern Charcoal 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 Tavern Charcoal work best in a home?
Tavern Charcoal 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 Tavern Charcoal compare to a pure white paint?
Tavern Charcoal 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 Benjamin Moore

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

Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

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

Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Alternate Colors by other brands

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