ColorplanBenjamin Moore Hearts Delight (1283) is a mid-tone pink with a soft pink undertone and an LRV of 52. Closest matches: Farrow & Ball Nancy's Blushes (No.278). 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 | Pink |
| LRV | 52.5 (mid-tone; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #E9B2B4 |
| RGB | 233, 178, 180 |
| HSL | 358°, 56%, 81% |
About Hearts Delight
Hearts Delight (1283) is a mid-tone, medium-strength pink from Benjamin Moore. With an LRV of 52, Hearts Delight has visible color without darkening a room much.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Hearts Delight's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward. It's a good fit for bedrooms, nurseries, powder rooms and accent walls. Next to Engagement (1277), it's warmer.
How Hearts Delight changes with the light
Hearts Delight 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
Hearts Delight's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Hearts Delight 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 Hearts Delight can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Hearts Delight will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Hearts Delight in real homes
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Hearts Delight 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 9.2
Also close: Pink Shadow (ΔE 10.3)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Very close · ΔE 2.1
Also close: Cinder Rose (ΔE 8.4)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 14.5
Also close: Stolen Kiss (ΔE 14.8)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Hearts Delight questions
What undertone does Hearts Delight have?
Hearts Delight has a soft pink undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Hearts Delight's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Hearts Delight a light or dark color?
Hearts Delight has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 52.5 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a mid-tone color. With an LRV of 52, Hearts Delight has visible color without darkening a room much.
What is the closest match to Hearts Delight in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Rosy Outlook SW 6316 (closest available, ΔE 9.2); Farrow & Ball: Nancy's Blushes No.278 (very close, ΔE 2.1); Behr: Dusty Lilac N110-1 (closest available, ΔE 14.5). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Hearts Delight?
Try Pink Bliss (2093-70) on trim and Pink Essence (881) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Hearts Delight's undertone.
Where does Hearts Delight work best?
Hearts Delight works well in bedrooms, nurseries, powder rooms and accent walls. With an LRV of 52, Hearts Delight has visible color without darkening a room much.
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