ColorplanBenjamin Moore California Redwood (1190) is a very dark red with a soft pink undertone and an LRV of 14. Closest matches: Farrow & Ball Picture Gallery Red (No.42). For trim, try Cream Puff (2174-70).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Red |
| LRV | 14.3 (dark; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #985949 |
| RGB | 152, 89, 73 |
| HSL | 12°, 35%, 44% |
About California Redwood
California Redwood (1190) is a very dark, medium-strength red from Benjamin Moore that leans pink. With an LRV of 14, California Redwood 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 California Redwood'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. It's very close to Georgian Brick (HC-50); you'd mostly see the difference side by side.
How California Redwood changes with the light
California Redwood 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
California Redwood will read even deeper in north light: great for a cozy, enveloping room, less so if you want it bright.
East-facing rooms
California Redwood 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 California Redwood can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
California Redwood will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See California Redwood in real homes
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California Redwood 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 7.5
Also close: Reddened Earth (ΔE 7.7)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Close · ΔE 2.5
Also close: Bamboozle (ΔE 4.2)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
California Redwood questions
What undertone does California Redwood have?
California Redwood has a soft pink undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down California Redwood's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is California Redwood a light or dark color?
California Redwood has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 14.3 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a very dark color. With an LRV of 14, California Redwood absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
What is the closest match to California Redwood in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Cavern Clay SW 7701 (closest available, ΔE 7.5); Farrow & Ball: Picture Gallery Red No.42 (close, ΔE 2.5); Behr: Red Pepper PPU2-02 (closest available, ΔE 9.9). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with California Redwood?
Try Cream Puff (2174-70) on trim and Pink Essence (881) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share California Redwood's undertone.
Where does California Redwood work best?
California Redwood works well in accent walls, front doors, cabinetry and powder rooms. With an LRV of 14, California Redwood absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
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