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Benjamin Moore Cinnamon 2174-20

Cinnamon

Benjamin Moore

2174-20

About Cinnamon by Benjamin Moore

Cinnamon 2174-20 by Benjamin Moore is a dark warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 13% and hue near 13° for steady results across rooms. Bold pick for accents, dining rooms, or small cozy spaces. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 12.6%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #984f3b

RGB: 152, 79, 59

Hue13°

Saturation44%

Lightness41%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Frequently asked questions

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

Is Cinnamon 2174-20 a warm or cool color?
Cinnamon by Benjamin Moore is a warm deeper color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Cinnamon?
Cinnamon sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 13°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Cinnamon?
Brightness is about 13%. Saturation is around 44%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 41%. Hue is close to 13°. The hex value is #984f3b. The RGB value is 152, 79, 59.
Is Cinnamon better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Cinnamon has brightness around 13%. 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 Cinnamon?
You can match Cinnamon 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 Cinnamon work best in a home?
Cinnamon 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 Cinnamon compare to a pure white paint?
Cinnamon is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm 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 Cinnamon in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

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

Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Alternate Colors by other brands

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