Cherry Malt 2104-50 is a red paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #C29F9C, estimated 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.
Benjamin Moore · #C29F9C · 2104-50
Cherry Malt
39%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Cherry Malt Technical Profile
HEX Code#C29F9C
RGB194, 159, 156
Estimated LRV38.7
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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Color Familyred
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Cherry Malt
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
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 estimated lightness value 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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