Mortar CC-574 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #8F826B, estimated LRV 23 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Ceramic Pot from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #8F826B · CC-574
Mortar
23%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Mortar Technical Profile
HEX Code#8F826B
RGB143, 130, 107
Estimated LRV22.9
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Ceramic Pot
Hirshfield's
#908268
Close digital match
Meadow Trail
Sherwin-Williams
#8D8168
Close digital match
Milkweed
Vista Paint
#8A7F69
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Zesty Coriander
Dunn-Edwards
#928571
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Shelled Nut
Dutch Boy
#8E7F6A
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Macchiato
Behr
#928169
Close digital match
Winter Delta
Valspar
#95856B
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Hindu Lotus
PPG
#8E8062
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Kilz
#988874
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#998976
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#898176
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Colors That Work With Mortar
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mortar
#8F826B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A6AB82
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mortar
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mortar 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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Mortar — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mortar have?
Mortar by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray 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 Mortar from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mortar are Ceramic Pot by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Milkweed by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Meadow Trail by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Mortar'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 Mortar?
Mortar has a estimated lightness value of 22.9, 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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