ColorplanBenjamin Moore Blushing Red (2079-20) is a very dark red with a soft pink undertone and an LRV of 13. For trim, try Marshmallow Bunny (2001-70).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Red |
| LRV | 13.0 (dark; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #B83153 |
| RGB | 184, 49, 83 |
| HSL | 345°, 58%, 46% |
About Blushing Red
Blushing Red (2079-20) is a very dark, bold red from Benjamin Moore that leans pink. With an LRV of 13, Blushing Red absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Blushing Red's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward. It's a good fit for accent walls, front doors, cabinetry and powder rooms. Next to Fuchsine (1343), it's warmer and more colorful.
How Blushing Red changes with the light
Blushing Red is a deep color. In north-facing or dim rooms it reads darker and cozier; in south-facing rooms it shows more of its color. Either can work, depending on the mood you want.
North-facing rooms
Blushing Red will read even deeper in north light: great for a cozy, enveloping room, less so if you want it bright.
East-facing rooms
Blushing Red will look warmer and brighter in the morning and cooler and grayer by afternoon; check a sample at both times.
South-facing rooms
In strong south light Blushing Red can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Blushing Red will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Blushing Red in real homes
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Blushing Red 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 10.5
Also close: Bolero (ΔE 11.8)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Closest available · ΔE 5.7
Also close: Lake Red (ΔE 6.0)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Blushing Red questions
What undertone does Blushing Red have?
Blushing Red has a soft pink undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Blushing Red's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Blushing Red a light or dark color?
Blushing Red has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 13.0 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a very dark color. With an LRV of 13, Blushing Red absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
What is the closest match to Blushing Red in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Red Bay SW 6321 (closest available, ΔE 10.5); Farrow & Ball: Rectory Red No.217 (closest available, ΔE 5.7); Behr: Rumors MQ1-15 (closest available, ΔE 14.4). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Blushing Red?
Try Marshmallow Bunny (2001-70) on trim and Flush Pink (2081-70) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Blushing Red's undertone.
Where does Blushing Red work best?
Blushing Red works well in accent walls, front doors, cabinetry and powder rooms. With an LRV of 13, Blushing Red absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
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