Ref. #4F5152 · PPU18-01
Cracked Pepper
8%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Cracked Pepper Technical Profile
What color is Cracked Pepper? It's a dark neutral gray with the hex code #4F5152. Colors similar to Cracked Pepper include Dunn-Edwards Cavernous, Benjamin Moore Cheating Heart, Benjamin Moore Nightfall. Cracked Pepper has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 8, Cracked Pepper creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Cracked Pepper is a true neutral — pair with any wood, any metal, any trim color. Off-white trim works in most homes; brushed nickel or matte black hardware both read well across spaces. True neutrals read consistently across lighting conditions, which is why they're popular base colors. They inherit a faint warm cast under 2700K and a cool cast under 4000K, but never dramatically.
Colors Similar to Cracked Pepper
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cracked Pepper
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cracked Pepper
#4F5152
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#555C7F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cracked Pepper
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cracked Pepper Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Cracked Pepper.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cracked Pepper — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cracked Pepper have?
Cracked Pepper by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Cracked Pepper from other brands?
The closest matches are Cavernous by Dunn-Edwards (#515252), Cheating Heart by Benjamin Moore (#4C4E50), Nightfall by Benjamin Moore (#4C4F4F). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Cracked Pepper?
Cracked Pepper has an LRV of 8.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Cracked Pepper's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.