ColorplanBenjamin Moore Hickory Stick (2103-40) is a deep red with a soft pink undertone and an LRV of 20. Closest matches: Sherwin-Williams Reddened Earth (SW 6053). 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 | 20.0 (dark; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #9A726D |
| RGB | 154, 114, 109 |
| HSL | 7°, 18%, 52% |
About Hickory Stick
Hickory Stick (2103-40) is a deep red from Benjamin Moore with a soft pink undertone. With an LRV of 20, Hickory Stick absorbs more light than it reflects, so it works best in rooms with good natural light or where you want a cozier feel.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Hickory Stick'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 New England Brown (2104-40), it's cooler.
How Hickory Stick changes with the light
Hickory Stick 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
Hickory Stick's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Hickory Stick 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 Hickory Stick can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Hickory Stick will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Hickory Stick in real homes
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Hickory Stick 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
Close · ΔE 3.2
Also close: Coral Clay (ΔE 9.0)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Closest available · ΔE 6.7
Also close: Porphyry Pink (ΔE 7.0)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 6.5
Also close: Plum Shade (ΔE 10.5)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Hickory Stick questions
What undertone does Hickory Stick have?
Hickory Stick has a soft pink undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Hickory Stick's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Hickory Stick a light or dark color?
Hickory Stick has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 20.0 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a deep color. With an LRV of 20, Hickory Stick absorbs more light than it reflects, so it works best in rooms with good natural light or where you want a cozier feel.
What is the closest match to Hickory Stick in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Reddened Earth SW 6053 (close, ΔE 3.2); Farrow & Ball: Book Room Red No.50 (closest available, ΔE 6.7); Behr: Mars Red PPU2-11 (closest available, ΔE 6.5). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Hickory Stick?
Try Pink Bliss (2093-70) on trim and Pink Essence (881) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Hickory Stick's undertone.
Where does Hickory Stick work best?
Hickory Stick works well in dining rooms, accent walls, front doors and libraries. With an LRV of 20, Hickory Stick absorbs more light than it reflects, so it works best in rooms with good natural light or where you want a cozier feel.
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