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Tavern Charcoal

Often used for its genuinely dark qualities, Tavern Charcoal remains a staple for Benjamin Moore designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to anchor a room without demanding the spotlight. We've gathered 8 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.

Hex

#524F44

LRV

9.71

Light Reflectance Value
9.71
Dark
Tone
GroundingMoody
UseInterior & Exterior

Tavern Charcoal in Real Rooms

Tavern Charcoal has a low LRV of 9.71 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color. Grouped in the Gray and Neutral family, the photos below show it applied in a living room, kitchen cabinets and misc.

3 Living Room Photos

In a living room, Tavern Charcoal acts as a bridge between the indoors and the view outside. It carries the organic weight of the natural world into the home, allowing the greenery from windows to pop while keeping the interior feeling protected and private. Pair it with oversized plants and ceramic vessels for a full organic-modern aesthetic.

Benjamin Moore CW-90 living room color

Benjamin Moore CW-90 living room color

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Benjamin Moore CW-90 living room

Benjamin Moore CW-90 living room

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Benjamin Moore Tavern Charcoal living room paint

Benjamin Moore Tavern Charcoal living room paint

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4 Kitchen Cabinets Photos

Tavern Charcoal cabinets paired with a matching backsplash create a "monolith" look that is incredibly popular in contemporary design. It's a bold, seamless approach that makes the kitchen feel integrated into the home's overall architecture.

Benjamin Moore Tavern Charcoal kitchen cabinets paint

Benjamin Moore Tavern Charcoal kitchen cabinets paint

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Benjamin Moore Tavern Charcoal kitchen cabinets

Benjamin Moore Tavern Charcoal kitchen cabinets

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Benjamin Moore CW-90 kitchen cabinets

Benjamin Moore CW-90 kitchen cabinets

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CW-90 kitchen cabinets

CW-90 kitchen cabinets

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1 Misc Photo

In walk-in closets or pantries, Tavern Charcoal provides a dark, sophisticated backdrop that makes your belongings look organized and curated. It turns a storage space into a boutique-like experience every time you open the door.

Benjamin Moore Tavern Charcoal painted storage

Benjamin Moore Tavern Charcoal painted storage

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Coordinating Colors

Color Codes

HEX#524F44
RGB82, 79, 68
HSL47° 9% 29%
CMYK0 4 17 68
CIE LabL: 33.6 a: -0.9 b: 7.0
XYZX: 0.07 Y: 0.08 Z: 0.07