Cedar Key 982 is a beige paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #D8CFC0, LRV 63 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cool Concrete from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D8CFC0 · 982
Cedar Key
63%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Cedar Key Technical Profile
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Cedar Key in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Cedar Key in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreCedar Key
Nearly identical
PPGCool Concrete
Cool Concrete
PPG
Nearly identical
Plymouth Beige
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Gray Envelope
Behr
Nearly identical
Fine Grain
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Dumpling
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Parlour Taupe
Valspar
Nearly identical
Stirabout
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Existence
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Plymouth Beige
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
October Mist
Kilz
Nearly identical
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Colors That Work With Cedar Key
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cedar Key
#D8CFC0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A8AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cedar Key
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cedar Key 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 Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Cedar Key.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cedar Key — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cedar Key have?
Cedar Key by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the beige color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Cedar Key in your own space before committing.
What colors match Cedar Key from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cedar Key are Cool Concrete by PPG (a near-identical match), Plymouth Beige by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Gray Envelope by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Cedar Key'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 Cedar Key?
Cedar Key has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 63.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Cedar Key's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.