ColorplanBenjamin Moore Milano Red (1313) is a deep red with a soft pink undertone and an LRV of 23. For trim, try Angel Pink (2007-70).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Red |
| LRV | 23.2 (dark; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #D85C66 |
| RGB | 216, 92, 102 |
| HSL | 355°, 61%, 60% |
About Milano Red
Milano Red (1313) is a deep, bold red from Benjamin Moore that leans pink. With an LRV of 23, Milano Red 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 Milano 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. Next to Italiano Rose (2087-30), it's lighter.
How Milano Red changes with the light
Milano 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
Milano Red's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Milano 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 Milano Red can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Milano Red will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Milano Red in real homes
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Milano 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 9.9
Also close: Cavern Clay (ΔE 14.3)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Closest available · ΔE 9.5
Also close: Blazer (ΔE 10.4)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 14.4
Also close: Plum Shade (ΔE 22.2)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Milano Red questions
What undertone does Milano Red have?
Milano Red has a soft pink undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Milano Red's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Milano Red a light or dark color?
Milano Red has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 23.2 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a deep color. With an LRV of 23, Milano Red 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 Milano Red in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Coral Clay SW 9005 (closest available, ΔE 9.9); Farrow & Ball: Lake Red No.W92 (closest available, ΔE 9.5); Behr: Mars Red PPU2-11 (closest available, ΔE 14.4). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Milano Red?
Try Angel Pink (2007-70) on trim and Pink Bliss (2093-70) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Milano Red's undertone.
Where does Milano Red work best?
Milano Red works well in dining rooms, accent walls, front doors and libraries. With an LRV of 23, Milano Red 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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