ColorplanBenjamin Moore Begonia (2083-40) is a deep red with a soft pink undertone and an LRV of 29. Closest matches: Farrow & Ball Rangwali (No.296). For trim, try Flush Pink (2081-70).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Red |
| LRV | 28.7 (dark; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #C27E9A |
| RGB | 194, 126, 154 |
| HSL | 335°, 36%, 63% |
About Begonia
Begonia (2083-40) is a deep, medium-strength red from Benjamin Moore that leans pink. With an LRV of 29, Begonia absorbs more light than it reflects, so it works best in rooms with good natural light or where you want a cozier feel.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Begonia's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward. It's a good fit for dining rooms, accent walls, front doors and libraries. Next to Tropical Rose (1355), it's cooler and more muted.
How Begonia changes with the light
Begonia has a gentle warm undertone that keeps it from going cold in north-facing rooms, and it looks a touch warmer again in afternoon west light.
North-facing rooms
Begonia's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Begonia will look warmer and brighter in the morning and cooler and grayer by afternoon; check a sample at both times.
South-facing rooms
Bright south light shows Begonia close to its true color, slightly lighter and warmer.
West-facing rooms
Begonia will glow warmer in the late afternoon.
See Begonia in real homes
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Begonia equivalents in other brands
The closest color from each brand. ΔE (“delta E”) scores how different two colors look: under 2.5 is very hard to tell apart on a wall, over 5 is clearly different.
Sherwin-Williams
Closest available · ΔE 14.6
Also close: Dressy Rose (ΔE 15.2)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 16.6
Also close: Plum Shade (ΔE 20.7)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Begonia questions
What undertone does Begonia have?
Begonia has a soft pink undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Begonia's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Begonia a light or dark color?
Begonia has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 28.7 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a deep color. With an LRV of 29, Begonia absorbs more light than it reflects, so it works best in rooms with good natural light or where you want a cozier feel.
What is the closest match to Begonia in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Coral Clay SW 9005 (closest available, ΔE 14.6); Farrow & Ball: Rangwali No.296 (close, ΔE 3.4); Behr: Mars Red PPU2-11 (closest available, ΔE 16.6). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Begonia?
Try Flush Pink (2081-70) on trim and Mirage White (2116-70) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Begonia's undertone.
Where does Begonia work best?
Begonia works well in dining rooms, accent walls, front doors and libraries. With an LRV of 29, Begonia absorbs more light than it reflects, so it works best in rooms with good natural light or where you want a cozier feel.
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