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Cinnamon

Benjamin Moore · 2174-20

The Analysis

Cinnamon is a rich, saturated red-brown that absorbs significant light due to its low LRV of 12.58. Because it reflects so little light, it will make a room feel cozy and enclosed rather than expansive or airy.

This is a bold, high-impact choice best suited for an accent wall, a moody study, or a formal dining room. It is too dark to function as a neutral, so use it to create a specific focal point rather than painting an entire open-concept floor plan.

LRV 13

History & Origin

Cinnamon aligns with a Heritage aesthetic, reminiscent of the deep, earthy pigments found in traditional architecture. It provides a timeless, scholarly atmosphere often seen in historic libraries or traditional dens.

Undertonewarm
FamilyOrange

How to Use It

Pair this with natural walnut or dark oak wood tones to lean into its warmth, or use matte black hardware for a sharp, modern contrast. It excels in rooms with existing architectural details like crown molding, which help break up the intensity of the color.

The Mood

This shade provides a grounded, stable, and warm environment. It feels energizing and stimulating without being aggressive, making it a solid choice for spaces where you want to feel active yet secure.

Colour harmonies

Complementary

Opposite on the colour wheel — bold, high-contrast pairings. Use for a feature wall or furniture you want to command attention.

Analogous

Neighbouring hues — cohesive and calm, great for layered schemes that feel collected rather than matched.

Split complementary

Near-opposites for strong contrast with a little less tension than a pure complement. A favourite of interior designers.

Triadic

Three evenly spaced hues — balanced, vibrant, and versatile. Keep one dominant and use the others sparingly.

Tetradic (square)

Four hues in a square on the wheel — rich, dynamic palettes. Best when one colour leads and the others accent.

Monochromatic

Dark, mid, and light steps on the same hue — a failsafe gradient for trim, walls, and accents without shifting colour family.

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Lighting

See how this colour shifts across natural and artificial light conditions.

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