Ref. #728980 · 706
Cedar Mountains
23%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Cedar Mountains Technical Profile
What color is Cedar Mountains? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #728980. Colors similar to Cedar Mountains include Valspar Blueridge Fir, MPC Cold Sea Green Met., PPG Dwarf Spruce. Cedar Mountains has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 23, Cedar Mountains creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Cedar Mountains pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Cedar Mountains
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cedar Mountains
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cedar Mountains
#728980
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#82A7AC
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cedar Mountains
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cedar Mountains 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 Mountains.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cedar Mountains — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cedar Mountains have?
Cedar Mountains by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Cedar Mountains from other brands?
The closest matches are Blueridge Fir by Valspar (#768B82), Cold Sea Green Met. by MPC (#6D847B), Dwarf Spruce by PPG (#71847D). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Cedar Mountains?
Cedar Mountains has an LRV of 23.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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