ColorplanBenjamin Moore Drenched Sienna (1182) is a deep red with a soft pink undertone and an LRV of 22. Closest matches: Sherwin-Williams Reddened Earth (SW 6053), Farrow & Ball Porphyry Pink (No.49) and Behr Mars Red (PPU2-11). For trim, try Pink Bliss (2093-70).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Red |
| LRV | 22.3 (dark; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #A67768 |
| RGB | 166, 119, 104 |
| HSL | 15°, 26%, 53% |
About Drenched Sienna
Drenched Sienna (1182) is a deep, medium-strength red from Benjamin Moore that leans pink. With an LRV of 22, Drenched Sienna 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 Drenched Sienna'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 Fox Run (1229), it's cooler.
How Drenched Sienna changes with the light
Drenched Sienna 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
Drenched Sienna's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Drenched Sienna 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 Drenched Sienna can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Drenched Sienna will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Drenched Sienna in real homes
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Drenched Sienna 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
Close · ΔE 3.8
Also close: Cavern Clay (ΔE 5.6)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Drenched Sienna questions
What undertone does Drenched Sienna have?
Drenched Sienna has a soft pink undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Drenched Sienna's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Drenched Sienna a light or dark color?
Drenched Sienna has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 22.3 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a deep color. With an LRV of 22, Drenched Sienna 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 Drenched Sienna in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Reddened Earth SW 6053 (close, ΔE 3.8); Farrow & Ball: Porphyry Pink No.49 (close, ΔE 3.8); Behr: Mars Red PPU2-11 (very close, ΔE 2.4). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Drenched Sienna?
Try Pink Bliss (2093-70) on trim and Pink Essence (881) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Drenched Sienna's undertone.
Where does Drenched Sienna work best?
Drenched Sienna works well in dining rooms, accent walls, front doors and libraries. With an LRV of 22, Drenched Sienna 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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