ColorplanBenjamin Moore Earthly Russet (2173-10) is a very dark red with a soft pink undertone and an LRV of 9. 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 | 9.1 (dark; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #804531 |
| RGB | 128, 69, 49 |
| HSL | 15°, 45%, 35% |
About Earthly Russet
Earthly Russet (2173-10) is a very dark, medium-strength red from Benjamin Moore that leans pink. With an LRV of 9, Earthly Russet 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 Earthly Russet'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 Burnt Cinnamon (2094-10), it's warmer.
How Earthly Russet changes with the light
Earthly Russet 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
Earthly Russet will read even deeper in north light: great for a cozy, enveloping room, less so if you want it bright.
East-facing rooms
Earthly Russet 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 Earthly Russet can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Earthly Russet will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Earthly Russet in real homes
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Earthly Russet 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: Bolero (ΔE 7.4)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Closest available · ΔE 6.1
Also close: Picture Gallery Red (ΔE 9.2)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 5.5
Also close: Chipotle Paste (ΔE 9.0)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Earthly Russet questions
What undertone does Earthly Russet have?
Earthly Russet has a soft pink undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Earthly Russet's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Earthly Russet a light or dark color?
Earthly Russet has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 9.1 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a very dark color. With an LRV of 9, Earthly Russet absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
What is the closest match to Earthly Russet in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Fireweed SW 6328 (closest available, ΔE 6.2); Farrow & Ball: Etruscan Red No.56 (closest available, ΔE 6.1); Behr: Red Pepper PPU2-02 (closest available, ΔE 5.5). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Earthly Russet?
Try Cream Puff (2174-70) on trim and Pink Essence (881) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Earthly Russet's undertone.
Where does Earthly Russet work best?
Earthly Russet works well in accent walls, front doors, cabinetry and powder rooms. With an LRV of 9, Earthly Russet absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
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