ColorplanBenjamin Moore Pink Blossom (2081-40) is a deep pink with a soft pink undertone and an LRV of 36. For trim, try Elephant Pink (2087-70).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Pink |
| LRV | 36.3 (mid-tone; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #DC8C9B |
| RGB | 220, 140, 155 |
| HSL | 349°, 53%, 71% |
About Pink Blossom
Pink Blossom (2081-40) is a deep, medium-strength pink from Benjamin Moore. With an LRV of 36, Pink Blossom 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 Pink Blossom'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 Precious Pink (2084-40), it's lighter.
How Pink Blossom changes with the light
Pink Blossom 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
Pink Blossom's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Pink Blossom 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 Pink Blossom can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Pink Blossom will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Pink Blossom in real homes
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Pink Blossom 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 12.2
Also close: Dressy Rose (ΔE 13.4)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Closest available · ΔE 9.0
Also close: Cinder Rose (ΔE 11.0)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 15.3
Also close: Canyon Dusk (ΔE 18.6)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Pink Blossom questions
What undertone does Pink Blossom have?
Pink Blossom has a soft pink undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Pink Blossom's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Pink Blossom a light or dark color?
Pink Blossom has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 36.3 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a deep color. With an LRV of 36, Pink Blossom 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 Pink Blossom in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Coral Clay SW 9005 (closest available, ΔE 12.2); Farrow & Ball: Rangwali No.296 (closest available, ΔE 9.0); Behr: Mars Red PPU2-11 (closest available, ΔE 15.3). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Pink Blossom?
Try Elephant Pink (2087-70) on trim and Pink Bliss (2093-70) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Pink Blossom's undertone.
Where does Pink Blossom work best?
Pink Blossom works well in bedrooms, nurseries, powder rooms and accent walls. With an LRV of 36, Pink Blossom 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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