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Benjamin Moore chose Silhouette, a charcoal color with espresso undertones, as its 2026 Color of the Year. As customers come to your stores looking for advice on color trends, Paint & Decorating Retailer has compiled four alternatives to Silhouette to help keep your customers on-trend.
Dunn-Edwards’ Charcoal Smudge is a dark, charcoal gray with subtle green undertones. The shade is ideal for an accent wall, in a powder room or on cabinetry for a dramatic effect.
Dutch Boy Paint’s Charcoal Brick is part of the company’s brown paint family, eluding warm undertones. The shade pairs well with bright white and muted blue shades, like Dutch Boy Paint’s Ultra White, Grandeur Blue or Mariana Blue.
Farrow & Ball’s Tanner’s Brown is an almost black shade with warm red undertones that becomes a browner shade in well lit homes and exterior. The color is bold yet soft, creating a subtle statement.
Behr’s Imperial Gray is a true charcoal shade that adds a grounding feel to a room. The shade coordinates with darker black shades and cool blue tones.
