Mined Coal
With a focus on genuinely dark tones, Mined Coal (PPU18-18) is a standout paint color in our database. It was selected for this featured gallery for its ability to anchor a room without demanding the spotlight. See it applied across 16 real world scenarios and find professional pairing data below.
Hex
#6c6b65
LRV
14.74
Mined Coal in Real Rooms
Mined Coal has a low LRV of 14.74 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color.
5 Kitchen Cabinets Photos
The way Mined Coal interacts with under-cabinet lighting is transformative. It catches the glow and reflects a softer, more diffused light onto the countertops, making the workspace feel more inviting and less utilitarian.
Mined Coal kitchen cabinets color review
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Behr Mined Coal kitchen cabinets review
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Behr Mined Coal kitchen cabinets paint
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Behr Mined Coal kitchen cabinets color
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Behr Mined Coal kitchen cabinets color review
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4 Living Room Photos
There is a specific "glow" that Mined Coal takes on during the golden hour in a living room. As the sun sets, the pigments react with the low-angled light to create a hazy, ethereal atmosphere that feels incredibly high-end. It's a color that rewards those who use the room during the transition of the day.
Behr PPU18-18 living room review
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Behr Mined Coal living room paint review
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Behr Mined Coal living room paint
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Behr Mined Coal living room interior
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4 House Photos
Using Mined Coal on an exterior allows you to be more creative with your landscaping. The color provides a dark, rich backdrop that makes the greens of boxwoods or the colors of perennials look much more vivid and professional.
Behr Mined Coal exterior color review
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Behr PPU18-18 house exterior color paint
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Behr Mined Coal house exterior color review
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Behr Mined Coal house exterior color paint
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2 Bathroom Photos
In the bathroom, Mined Coal brings a spa-like intentionality to the space. It responds well to task lighting and natural light alike, and pairs beautifully with white fixtures, warm wood vanities, or brushed brass hardware for a polished, restful result.
Behr Mined Coal bathroom vanity color paint
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Behr Mined Coal bathroom vanity color review
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1 Misc Photo
Mined Coal shows up in some unexpected spaces in these photos — hallways, laundry rooms, and accent walls. Each one makes the case that the color's versatility extends well beyond the obvious applications into every corner of the home.
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