Ref. #8A7576 · 2113-40
Cinnamon Slate
19%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Cinnamon Slate Technical Profile
What color is Cinnamon Slate? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #8A7576. Colors similar to Cinnamon Slate include PPG Choo Choo, Vista Paint Rave Raisin, Sherwin-Williams Socialite. Cinnamon Slate has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 19, Cinnamon Slate creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Cinnamon Slate pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Cinnamon Slate
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cinnamon Slate
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cinnamon Slate
#8A7576
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9785
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cinnamon Slate
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cinnamon Slate 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 Slate.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cinnamon Slate — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cinnamon Slate have?
Cinnamon Slate by Benjamin Moore has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Cinnamon Slate from other brands?
The closest matches are Choo Choo by PPG (#867578), Rave Raisin by Vista Paint (#857271), Socialite by Sherwin-Williams (#907676). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Cinnamon Slate?
Cinnamon Slate has an LRV of 19.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Cinnamon Slate's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.