Cinnamon 2174-20 is a red paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #99503C, LRV 13 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Spicy Hue from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #99503C · 2174-20
Cinnamon
13%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Cinnamon Technical Profile
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Cinnamon in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Cinnamon in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreCinnamon
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsSpicy Hue
Spicy Hue
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Truffle Trouble
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Ancient Copper
PPG
Nearly identical
Kalahari Sunset
Behr
Very similar
Arizona Sun
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Dark Marmalade
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Autumn Russet
Valspar
Very similar
Prairie Clay
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Autumn Ridge
Kilz
Very similar
Clay .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Bamboozle
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Copper Brown
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cinnamon
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cinnamon
#99503C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A49264
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cinnamon
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cinnamon 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 Cinnamon.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cinnamon — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cinnamon have?
Cinnamon by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) 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 Cinnamon in your own space before committing.
What colors match Cinnamon from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cinnamon are Spicy Hue by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Truffle Trouble by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Sierra Redwood by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Cinnamon'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 Cinnamon?
Cinnamon has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 12.8, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Cinnamon's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.