Cabin Fever 1540 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #6D6554, estimated LRV 13 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Beige Grey from RAL (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #6D6554 · 1540
Cabin Fever
13%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Cabin Fever Technical Profile
HEX Code#6D6554
RGB109, 101, 84
Estimated LRV13.2
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandBenjamin Moore
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#6D6552
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Colors That Work With Cabin Fever
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cabin Fever
#6D6554
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8A9262
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cabin Fever
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cabin Fever 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
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Cabin Fever — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cabin Fever have?
Cabin Fever by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Cabin Fever from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cabin Fever are Beige Grey by RAL (a close digital match), Shaker Gray by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Carlton Clay by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Cabin Fever's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Cabin Fever?
Cabin Fever has a estimated lightness value of 13.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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