Mortar CC-574 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #8F826B, 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.
Ref. #8F826B · CC-574
Mortar
23%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Mortar Technical Profile
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Mortar in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Mortar in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreMortar
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sCeramic Pot
Ceramic Pot
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Meadow Trail
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Milkweed
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Zesty Coriander
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Shelled Nut
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Macchiato
Behr
Nearly identical
Winter Delta
Valspar
Nearly identical
Hindu Lotus
PPG
Very similar
Sleeping Cabin
Kilz
Very similar
Mouse's Back
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Pearl Mouse Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mortar
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
Pure 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
Similar Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Mortar.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Mortar — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mortar have?
Mortar 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 Mortar in your own space before committing.
What colors match Mortar from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mortar are Ceramic Pot by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Milkweed by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Meadow Trail by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Mortar's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.