Cheating Heart 1617 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #4C4E50, estimated 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.
Benjamin Moore · #4C4E50 · 1617
Cheating Heart
8%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Cheating Heart Technical Profile
HEX Code#4C4E50
RGB76, 78, 80
Estimated LRV7.6
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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Colors That Work With Cheating Heart
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Cheating Heart from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cheating Heart are Wood Acres by Behr (a close digital match), Cracked Pepper by Behr (a close digital match), Cracked Pepper by Behr (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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