ColorplanBenjamin Moore Fading Twilight (1258) is a very dark red with a soft pink undertone and an LRV of 13. Closest matches: Farrow & Ball Eating Room Red (No.43). 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 | 13.4 (dark; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #8C5956 |
| RGB | 140, 89, 86 |
| HSL | 3°, 24%, 44% |
About Fading Twilight
Fading Twilight (1258) is a very dark, medium-strength red from Benjamin Moore that leans pink. With an LRV of 13, Fading Twilight 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 Fading Twilight'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 Garrison Red (HC-66); you'd mostly see the difference side by side.
How Fading Twilight changes with the light
Fading Twilight 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
Fading Twilight will read even deeper in north light: great for a cozy, enveloping room, less so if you want it bright.
East-facing rooms
Fading Twilight 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 Fading Twilight can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Fading Twilight will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Fading Twilight in real homes
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Fading Twilight 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 8.3
Also close: Red Bay (ΔE 10.2)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Close · ΔE 4.2
Also close: Picture Gallery Red (ΔE 4.8)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Fading Twilight questions
What undertone does Fading Twilight have?
Fading Twilight has a soft pink undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Fading Twilight's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Fading Twilight a light or dark color?
Fading Twilight has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 13.4 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a very dark color. With an LRV of 13, Fading Twilight absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
What is the closest match to Fading Twilight in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Reddened Earth SW 6053 (closest available, ΔE 8.3); Farrow & Ball: Eating Room Red No.43 (close, ΔE 4.2); Behr: Rumors MQ1-15 (closest available, ΔE 8.3). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Fading Twilight?
Try Pink Bliss (2093-70) on trim and Pink Essence (881) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Fading Twilight's undertone.
Where does Fading Twilight work best?
Fading Twilight works well in accent walls, front doors, cabinetry and powder rooms. With an LRV of 13, Fading Twilight absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
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