Spiced Cider
Often used for its versatile qualities, Spiced Cider remains a staple for Sherwin-Williams designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to add character and warmth to any space. We've gathered 5 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.
Hex
#B0785C
LRV
23.44
Spiced Cider's Color Strip
Spiced Cider is the fifth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Oak Creek and Cavern Clay. The strip spans from Ligonier Tan at the lightest end to Copper Wire at the deepest. Strip 290 lines up the full value range so you can see exactly where this color lands among its closest relatives.
Spiced Cider in Real Rooms
Spiced Cider has a medium LRV of 23.44 — it adds real depth and will read noticeably darker as natural light fades. It's neutral in temperature and , making it adaptable across different lighting conditions and room orientations. Grouped in the Orange family, the photos below show it applied in a dining room, misc and home office.
1 Dining Room Photo
For an "all-day" dining room, Spiced Cider is surprisingly adaptable. In the morning, it feels crisp and clean for breakfast; as the sun moves, it transitions into a moodier, more reflective space that is perfect for long, lingering dinners.
Warm wood accents complement the rich Spiced Cider dining room.
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1 Misc Photo
These examples of Spiced Cider in transitional spaces—like entryways or landings—show how the color can act as a "thread" that ties the upper and lower floors of a house together into one cohesive story.
Wall panelling in Spiced Cider creates warm, dimensional texture throughout the space.
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3 Home Office Photos
The transition from "home life" to "work life" can be signaled by the color of the room. Entering a space painted in Spiced Cider provides a mental shift, telling your brain that it's time to settle in and be productive.
Desk area painted in Spiced Cider establishes a focused, inviting work environment.
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Accent wall in Spiced Cider draws attention behind the home office seating.
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Built-in shelving finished in Spiced Cider complements the workspace's professional atmosphere.
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