Ref. #848083 · 4001-2B
Cinder Fox
22%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Cinder Fox Technical Profile
What color is Cinder Fox? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #848083. Colors similar to Cinder Fox include MPC Pennsylvania Bluestone, Sherwin-Williams Sensuous Gray, Benjamin Moore Wool Peacoat. Cinder Fox has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 22, Cinder Fox 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, Cinder Fox 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 Cinder Fox
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cinder Fox
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cinder Fox
#848083
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD858F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cinder Fox
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cinder Fox 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 Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Cinder Fox.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cinder Fox — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cinder Fox have?
Cinder Fox by Valspar has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Cinder Fox from other brands?
The closest matches are Pennsylvania Bluestone by MPC (#838185), Sensuous Gray by Sherwin-Williams (#837D7F), Wool Peacoat by Benjamin Moore (#858282). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Cinder Fox?
Cinder Fox has an LRV of 22.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Cinder Fox's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.