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Benjamin Moore Cinder AF-705

Cinder

Benjamin Moore

AF-705

About Cinder by Benjamin Moore

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Brightness: 23.5%

Tone: Neutral

HEX: #868583

RGB: 134, 133, 131

Hue40°

Saturation1%

Lightness52%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

These are close matches to Cinder from the same brand. They keep a similar look and work well in the same type of rooms.

Cinder

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Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how Cinder looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Cinder AF-705 a warm or cool color?
Cinder by Benjamin Moore is a neutral deeper color. It will usually read neutral in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Cinder?
Cinder sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 40°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Cinder?
Brightness is about 24%. Saturation is around 1%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 52%. Hue is close to 40°. The hex value is #868583. The RGB value is 134, 133, 131.
Is Cinder better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Cinder has brightness around 24%. It is deeper, so it usually looks best in rooms with fair to strong daylight, where there is enough light to show the color.
Which colors go with Cinder?
You can match Cinder with simple whites for trim and ceiling, or with nearby neutrals from the same brand. The similar colors and complementary colors on this page are a good starting point for pairing.
Where does Cinder work best in a home?
Cinder works well as an accent on one or two walls, in cozy rooms, or in spaces with stronger daylight where a deeper color will not feel heavy.
How does Cinder compare to a pure white paint?
Cinder is softer than a pure untinted white. The neutral undertone and deeper color feel more gentle on the eye, so it tends to look calmer and less stark on large walls.

Lighter Shades by Benjamin Moore

These lighter shades sit above Cinder in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Cinder

Benjamin Moore

AF-705

Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

These colors drop a bit below Cinder in brightness. They can add depth without leaving the same style.

Cinder

Benjamin Moore

AF-705

Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from Cinder. They add contrast without clashing.

Cinder

Benjamin Moore

AF-705

Alternate Colors by other brands

These colors from other brands have a similar look to Cinder. They are helpful if you switch between brands or match to a contractor’s paint line.

CITY SKYLINE

Glidden

PPG0995-6

STEAMSHIP

Glidden

PPG0996-5

Hardware

Sherwin Williams

SW6172

ROLLER COASTER

Glidden

PPG1008-5