ColorplanBenjamin Moore Raisin Torte (2083-10) is a very dark red with a soft pink undertone and an LRV of 7. Closest matches: Sherwin-Williams Borscht (SW 7578), Farrow & Ball Preference Red (No.297) and Behr Rumors (MQ1-15). For trim, try Flush Pink (2081-70).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Red |
| LRV | 6.8 (dark; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #73383F |
| RGB | 115, 56, 63 |
| HSL | 353°, 35%, 34% |
About Raisin Torte
Raisin Torte (2083-10) is a very dark, medium-strength red from Benjamin Moore that leans pink. With an LRV of 7, Raisin Torte 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 Raisin Torte's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward. It's a good fit for accent walls, front doors, cabinetry and powder rooms. Next to Cascabel Chile (CSP-445), it's warmer and more colorful.
How Raisin Torte changes with the light
Raisin Torte is a deep color. In north-facing or dim rooms it reads darker and cozier; in south-facing rooms it shows more of its color. Either can work, depending on the mood you want.
North-facing rooms
Raisin Torte will read even deeper in north light: great for a cozy, enveloping room, less so if you want it bright.
East-facing rooms
Raisin Torte 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 Raisin Torte can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Raisin Torte will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Raisin Torte in real homes
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Raisin Torte 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
Nearly identical · ΔE 0.8
Also close: Rookwood Red (ΔE 5.6)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Close · ΔE 4.6
Also close: Eating Room Red (ΔE 7.5)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Raisin Torte questions
What undertone does Raisin Torte have?
Raisin Torte has a soft pink undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Raisin Torte's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Raisin Torte a light or dark color?
Raisin Torte has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 6.8 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a very dark color. With an LRV of 7, Raisin Torte absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
What is the closest match to Raisin Torte in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Borscht SW 7578 (nearly identical, ΔE 0.8); Farrow & Ball: Preference Red No.297 (close, ΔE 4.6); Behr: Rumors MQ1-15 (close, ΔE 3.5). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Raisin Torte?
Try Flush Pink (2081-70) on trim and Pink Essence (881) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Raisin Torte's undertone.
Where does Raisin Torte work best?
Raisin Torte works well in accent walls, front doors, cabinetry and powder rooms. With an LRV of 7, Raisin Torte absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
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