Pinch of Spice 1449 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #776062, LRV 13 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Tibetan Temple from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #776062 · 1449
Pinch of Spice
13%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Pinch of Spice Technical Profile
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Pinch of Spice in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Pinch of Spice in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MoorePinch of Spice
Nearly identical
BehrTibetan Temple
Tibetan Temple
Behr
Nearly identical
Poetry Plum
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Tender Hearted
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Amazing Amethyst
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Wood .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Berry Brandy
Valspar
Very similar
Black Frosted Plum
PPG
Very similar
Powderhorn Manor
Vista Paint
Visible difference
Roasted Beet
Kilz
Visible difference
Ranch House
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Platinum Grey
RAL
Visible difference
Etruscan Red
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pinch of Spice
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pinch of Spice
#776062
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9D816D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pinch of Spice
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pinch of Spice 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 Pinch of Spice.
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Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pinch of Spice — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pinch of Spice have?
Pinch of Spice by Benjamin Moore has a warm (pink) 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 Pinch of Spice in your own space before committing.
What colors match Pinch of Spice from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pinch of Spice are Tibetan Temple by Behr (a near-identical match), Tibetan Temple by Behr (a near-identical match), Poetry Plum by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match) — the best options for getting Pinch of Spice'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 Pinch of Spice?
Pinch of Spice has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 13.2, 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 Pinch of Spice's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.