ColorplanBenjamin Moore Picante (006) is a deep red with a soft pink undertone and an LRV of 29. For trim, try Valentine Memories (888).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Red |
| LRV | 29.2 (dark; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #EA6D5A |
| RGB | 234, 109, 90 |
| HSL | 8°, 77%, 64% |
About Picante
Picante (006) is a deep, bold red from Benjamin Moore that leans pink. With an LRV of 29, Picante 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 Picante'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 Hot Spice (2011-30), it's cooler and more muted.
How Picante changes with the light
Picante 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
Picante's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Picante 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 Picante can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Picante will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Picante in real homes
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Picante 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 9.3
Also close: Persimmon (ΔE 12.6)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Closest available · ΔE 8.0
Also close: Red Earth (ΔE 9.2)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 13.2
Also close: Canyon Dusk (ΔE 17.6)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Picante questions
What undertone does Picante have?
Picante has a soft pink undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Picante's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Picante a light or dark color?
Picante has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 29.2 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a deep color. With an LRV of 29, Picante 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 Picante in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Coral Clay SW 9005 (closest available, ΔE 9.3); Farrow & Ball: Charlotte's Locks No.268 (closest available, ΔE 8.0); Behr: Mars Red PPU2-11 (closest available, ΔE 13.2). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Picante?
Try Valentine Memories (888) on trim and Frosted Petal (2089-70) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Picante's undertone.
Where does Picante work best?
Picante works well in dining rooms, accent walls, front doors and libraries. With an LRV of 29, Picante 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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