Cherry Malt 2104-50 is a red paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #C29F9C, LRV 39 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Awakening from PPG (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C29F9C · 2104-50
Cherry Malt
39%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Cherry Malt Technical Profile
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Cherry Malt in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Cherry Malt in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreCherry Malt
Very similar
PPGAwakening
Awakening
PPG
Very similar
Cameo Pink
Valspar
Very similar
Sombrero Tan
Behr
Very similar
Orchid
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Rosey Glow
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Cinder Rose
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Andes Ash
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Andes Ash
Vista Paint
Very similar
La Vie En Rose
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Paper Dolls
Kilz
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cherry Malt
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cherry Malt
#C29F9C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9C85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cherry Malt
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cherry Malt 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 Cherry Malt.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cherry Malt — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cherry Malt have?
Cherry Malt by Benjamin Moore has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the red color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Cherry Malt in your own space before committing.
What colors match Cherry Malt from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cherry Malt are Awakening by PPG (a very close match), Cameo Pink by Valspar (a very close match), Pepperberry by PPG (a very close match) — the best options for getting Cherry Malt'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 Cherry Malt?
Cherry Malt has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 38.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Cherry Malt's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.