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Steel Smoke

Hex #687271LRV ≈ 16Lightness 47/100
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The same colour in other brands

The closest equivalent from each major brand, ranked by perceptual colour distance (ΔE) — under 2 is near-identical.

Da Vinci VelvetValsparΔE 1.3
Gallant GreyDuluxΔE 3.5
LividLittle GreeneΔE 5.1
Barrow BlueFarrow & BallΔE 5.1

Lighter & darker

Real paints in this colour family, stepped from light to dark.

Jack BlackLittle Greene
Witch’s CloakJohnstone's
Rum Caramel 1Dulux
Eagle EyeJohnstone's
Steel SmokeJohnstone's
Dusky ParakeetValspar
Mirror MirrorJohnstone's
Spiders WebDulux
Cameo Silk 3Dulux

Pairs well with

Sympathetic neutrals for trim and ceilings, plus one contrast accent.

Free SpiritJohnstone's
Tin SoldierJohnstone's
Blue WashValspar
Raspberry RippleDulux

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