Cheating Heart 1617 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #4C4E50, LRV 8 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Wood Acres from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #4C4E50 · 1617
Cheating Heart
8%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Cheating Heart in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Cheating Heart in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreCheating Heart
Nearly identical
BehrWood Acres
Wood Acres
Behr
Nearly identical
Blue Grey
RAL
Nearly identical
Celluloid
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Witchcraft
PPG
Nearly identical
Chimney Smoke
Valspar
Very similar
Toasted Poppyseed
Kilz
Very similar
Railings
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Dark and Stormy
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Midnight Magic
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Midnight Magic
Vista Paint
Very similar
Cyberspace
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Metal .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cheating Heart
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cheating Heart
#4C4E50
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#53537C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cheating Heart
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cheating Heart 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 Cheating Heart.
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Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cheating Heart — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cheating Heart have?
Cheating Heart by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Cheating Heart in your own space before committing.
What colors match Cheating Heart from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cheating Heart are Wood Acres by Behr (a near-identical match), Cracked Pepper by Behr (a near-identical match), Cracked Pepper by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Cheating Heart'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 Cheating Heart?
Cheating Heart has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 7.6, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Cheating Heart's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.