Cinder AF-705 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #878684, LRV 24 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Looking Glass from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #878684 · AF-705
Cinder
24%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Cinder in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Cinder in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreCinder
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsLooking Glass
Looking Glass
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Grey Suit
Valspar
Nearly identical
Relaxed Gray
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Cast in Stone
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Falcon Gray
Behr
Nearly identical
Dover Gray
PPG
Nearly identical
Classic French Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Pearl Dark Grey
RAL
Nearly identical
Approaching Storm
Kilz
Nearly identical
Plummett
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Captain Nemo
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Wool .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cinder
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cinder
#878684
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A7AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cinder
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cinder 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 Cinder.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cinder — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cinder have?
Cinder 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 Cinder in your own space before committing.
What colors match Cinder from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cinder are Looking Glass by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Grey Suit by Valspar (a near-identical match), Relaxed Gray by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Cinder'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 Cinder?
Cinder has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 23.9, 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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