ColorplanBenjamin Moore Geranium (1307) is a very dark red with a soft pink undertone and an LRV of 17. Closest matches: Farrow & Ball Blazer (No.212). For trim, try Powder Pink (2009-70).
Room Preview
This photo shows walls only. Photos show the color in a real room's light; your own light will change it.
Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Red |
| LRV | 16.9 (dark; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #C14C45 |
| RGB | 193, 76, 69 |
| HSL | 3°, 50%, 51% |
About Geranium
Geranium (1307) is a very dark, bold red from Benjamin Moore that leans pink. With an LRV of 17, Geranium 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 Geranium'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 Ryan Red (1314), it's cooler and more muted.
How Geranium changes with the light
Geranium 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
Geranium's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Geranium 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 Geranium can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Geranium will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Geranium in real homes
Photos people have shared of Geranium in their own rooms. Opens Instagram or Pinterest in a new tab.
Geranium 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 10.8
Also close: Bolero (ΔE 11.5)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 15.1
Also close: Red Pepper (ΔE 15.4)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Geranium questions
What undertone does Geranium have?
Geranium has a soft pink undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Geranium's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Geranium a light or dark color?
Geranium has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 16.9 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a very dark color. With an LRV of 17, Geranium absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
What is the closest match to Geranium in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Cavern Clay SW 7701 (closest available, ΔE 10.8); Farrow & Ball: Blazer No.212 (close, ΔE 3.8); Behr: Mars Red PPU2-11 (closest available, ΔE 15.1). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Geranium?
Try Powder Pink (2009-70) on trim and Pink Bliss (2093-70) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Geranium's undertone.
Where does Geranium work best?
Geranium works well in dining rooms, accent walls, front doors and libraries. With an LRV of 17, Geranium absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
Planning more than one room?
Build a whole-house palette and share it with your contractor. Free.