Dash of Pepper 1554 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #73695A, LRV 15 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Carlton Clay from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #73695A · 1554
Dash of Pepper
15%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Dash of Pepper Technical Profile
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Dash of Pepper in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Dash of Pepper in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreDash of Pepper
Nearly identical
Vista PaintCarlton Clay
Carlton Clay
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Brainstorm Bronze
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Twilight Taupe
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Granite
PPG
Nearly identical
Grey Locks
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Groundbreaking
Valspar
Nearly identical
Whiskey Barrel
Behr
Very similar
Smoked Oak Brown
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Hitching Post
Kilz
Very similar
Beige Grey
RAL
Very similar
Stone .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Broccoli Brown
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dash of Pepper
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dash of Pepper
#73695A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#949967
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dash of Pepper
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dash of Pepper 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 Dash of Pepper.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Dash of Pepper — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dash of Pepper have?
Dash of Pepper 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 Dash of Pepper in your own space before committing.
What colors match Dash of Pepper from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dash of Pepper are Carlton Clay by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Fair Fieldstone by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Brainstorm Bronze by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Dash of Pepper'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 Dash of Pepper?
Dash of Pepper has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 14.5, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Dash of Pepper's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.