Cinnabar 1065-6 is a red paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #AE6456, estimated LRV 19 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Colonial Brick from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #AE6456 · 1065-6
Cinnabar
19%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Cinnabar Technical Profile
HEX Code#AE6456
RGB174, 100, 86
Estimated LRV18.8
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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 Familyred
BrandPPG
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#AF6658
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Colors That Work With Cinnabar
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cinnabar
#AE6456
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AFA083
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cinnabar
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cinnabar 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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Cinnabar — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cinnabar have?
Cinnabar by PPG has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the red 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 Cinnabar from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cinnabar are Colonial Brick by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Chimayo Red by Behr (a close digital match), Preserved Petals by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Cinnabar'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 Cinnabar?
Cinnabar has a estimated lightness value of 18.8, 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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