ColorplanBenjamin Moore Iron Ore Red (2089-10) is a very dark red with a soft pink undertone and an LRV of 15. Closest matches: Farrow & Ball Bamboozle (No.304). For trim, try Powder Pink (2009-70).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Red |
| LRV | 15.2 (dark; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #A95445 |
| RGB | 169, 84, 69 |
| HSL | 9°, 42%, 47% |
About Iron Ore Red
Iron Ore Red (2089-10) is a very dark, bold red from Benjamin Moore that leans pink. With an LRV of 15, Iron Ore Red 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 Iron Ore Red'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. It's very close to Egyptian Clay (CSP-1140); you'd mostly see the difference side by side.
How Iron Ore Red changes with the light
Iron Ore Red 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
Iron Ore Red's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Iron Ore Red 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 Iron Ore Red can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Iron Ore Red will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Iron Ore Red in real homes
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Iron Ore Red 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 7.9
Also close: Bolero (ΔE 9.1)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical · ΔE 0.9
Also close: Blazer (ΔE 3.7)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 11.7
Also close: Mars Red (ΔE 13.5)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Iron Ore Red questions
What undertone does Iron Ore Red have?
Iron Ore Red has a soft pink undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Iron Ore Red's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Iron Ore Red a light or dark color?
Iron Ore Red has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 15.2 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a very dark color. With an LRV of 15, Iron Ore Red absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
What is the closest match to Iron Ore Red in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Cavern Clay SW 7701 (closest available, ΔE 7.9); Farrow & Ball: Bamboozle No.304 (nearly identical, ΔE 0.9); Behr: Red Pepper PPU2-02 (closest available, ΔE 11.7). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Iron Ore Red?
Try Powder Pink (2009-70) on trim and Pink Bliss (2093-70) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Iron Ore Red's undertone.
Where does Iron Ore Red work best?
Iron Ore Red works well in dining rooms, accent walls, front doors and libraries. With an LRV of 15, Iron Ore Red absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
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