ColorplanBenjamin Moore Cinco de Mayo (1286) is a deep red with a soft pink undertone and an LRV of 23. For trim, try Touch of Pink (2008-70).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Red |
| LRV | 23.2 (dark; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #C36B6E |
| RGB | 195, 107, 110 |
| HSL | 358°, 42%, 59% |
About Cinco de Mayo
Cinco de Mayo (1286) is a deep, medium-strength red from Benjamin Moore that leans pink. With an LRV of 23, Cinco de Mayo 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 Cinco de Mayo'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 Bubble Tea (CSP-1180), it's cooler and more muted.
How Cinco de Mayo changes with the light
Cinco de Mayo has a strong warm undertone that balances cool north light well. In strong south or west sun it can look more golden, so check a sample at midday and in the late afternoon.
North-facing rooms
Cinco de Mayo's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Cinco de Mayo 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 Cinco de Mayo can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Cinco de Mayo will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Cinco de Mayo in real homes
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Cinco de Mayo 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 6.2
Also close: Reddened Earth (ΔE 10.5)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Closest available · ΔE 7.9
Also close: Loggia (ΔE 8.7)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 10.4
Also close: Plum Shade (ΔE 19.2)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Cinco de Mayo questions
What undertone does Cinco de Mayo have?
Cinco de Mayo has a soft pink undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Cinco de Mayo's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Cinco de Mayo a light or dark color?
Cinco de Mayo has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 23.2 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a deep color. With an LRV of 23, Cinco de Mayo 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 Cinco de Mayo in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Coral Clay SW 9005 (closest available, ΔE 6.2); Farrow & Ball: Porphyry Pink No.49 (closest available, ΔE 7.9); Behr: Mars Red PPU2-11 (closest available, ΔE 10.4). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Cinco de Mayo?
Try Touch of Pink (2008-70) on trim and Pink Bliss (2093-70) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Cinco de Mayo's undertone.
Where does Cinco de Mayo work best?
Cinco de Mayo works well in dining rooms, accent walls, front doors and libraries. With an LRV of 23, Cinco de Mayo 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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