Ref. #776062 · 1449
Pinch of Spice
13%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Pinch of Spice Technical Profile
What color is Pinch of Spice? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #776062. Colors similar to Pinch of Spice include Behr Tibetan Temple, MPC Russell Bronze Met., Sherwin-Williams Poetry Plum. Pinch of Spice has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 13, Pinch of Spice 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, Pinch of Spice 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 Pinch of Spice
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
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.
More gray colors from other brands
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 belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Pinch of Spice from other brands?
The closest matches are Tibetan Temple by Behr (#786466), Russell Bronze Met. by MPC (#7B6566), Poetry Plum by Sherwin-Williams (#6F5C5F). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Pinch of Spice?
Pinch of Spice has an LRV of 13.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
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.