Ref. #9D6F4A · CC-272
Spiced
19%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Spiced Technical Profile
What color is Spiced? It's a deep warm brown with the hex code #9D6F4A. Colors similar to Spiced include Dunn-Edwards Autumn Bark, PPG Cinnamon Twist, MPC Titian Gold Met.. Spiced has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 19, Spiced 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, Spiced 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 Spiced
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Spiced
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Spiced
#9D6F4A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A6A374
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Spiced
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Spiced 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 Spiced.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Spiced — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Spiced have?
Spiced by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Spiced from other brands?
The closest matches are Autumn Bark by Dunn-Edwards (#9D6F46), Cinnamon Twist by PPG (#9F7250), Titian Gold Met. by MPC (#9F6F4E). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Spiced?
Spiced has an LRV of 19.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Spiced's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.