ColorplanBenjamin Moore Fresco Urbain (1253) is a very dark red with a soft pink undertone and an LRV of 8. Closest matches: Farrow & Ball Mahogany (No.36). For trim, try Oyster (2115-70).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Red |
| LRV | 8.4 (dark; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #5F4E4B |
| RGB | 95, 78, 75 |
| HSL | 9°, 12%, 33% |
About Fresco Urbain
Fresco Urbain (1253) is a very dark red from Benjamin Moore with a soft pink undertone. With an LRV of 8, Fresco Urbain 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 Fresco Urbain'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 Incense Stick (2115-20), it's lighter.
How Fresco Urbain changes with the light
Fresco Urbain 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
Fresco Urbain will read even deeper in north light: great for a cozy, enveloping room, less so if you want it bright.
East-facing rooms
Fresco Urbain will look warmer and brighter in the morning and cooler and grayer by afternoon; check a sample at both times.
South-facing rooms
South light keeps Fresco Urbain from feeling heavy, so deep colors work well here.
West-facing rooms
Fresco Urbain will glow warmer in the late afternoon.
See Fresco Urbain in real homes
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Fresco Urbain 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: Black Fox (ΔE 6.6)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 7.8
Also close: Intellectual (ΔE 7.8)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Fresco Urbain questions
What undertone does Fresco Urbain have?
Fresco Urbain has a soft pink undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Fresco Urbain's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Fresco Urbain a light or dark color?
Fresco Urbain has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 8.4 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a very dark color. With an LRV of 8, Fresco Urbain absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
What is the closest match to Fresco Urbain in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Carnelian SW 7580 (closest available, ΔE 6.2); Farrow & Ball: Mahogany No.36 (close, ΔE 4.2); Behr: Black Mocha PPU24-01 (closest available, ΔE 7.8). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Fresco Urbain?
Try Oyster (2115-70) on trim and Opulence (OC-69) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Fresco Urbain's undertone.
Where does Fresco Urbain work best?
Fresco Urbain works well in accent walls, front doors, cabinetry and powder rooms. With an LRV of 8, Fresco Urbain absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
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