ColorplanBenjamin Moore Red River Clay (2091-40) is a deep red with a soft pink undertone and an LRV of 22. Closest matches: Sherwin-Williams Coral Clay (SW 9005) and Farrow & Ball Porphyry Pink (No.49). For trim, try Pink Swirl (2171-70).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Red |
| LRV | 21.9 (dark; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #B36F67 |
| RGB | 179, 111, 103 |
| HSL | 6°, 33%, 55% |
About Red River Clay
Red River Clay (2091-40) is a deep, medium-strength red from Benjamin Moore that leans pink. With an LRV of 22, Red River Clay 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 Red River Clay'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 Raspberry Parfait (2172-40), it's cooler.
How Red River Clay changes with the light
Red River Clay 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
Red River Clay's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Red River Clay 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 Red River Clay can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Red River Clay will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Red River Clay in real homes
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Red River Clay 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
Close · ΔE 3.9
Also close: Reddened Earth (ΔE 6.0)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 6.1
Also close: Canyon Dusk (ΔE 16.3)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Red River Clay questions
What undertone does Red River Clay have?
Red River Clay has a soft pink undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Red River Clay's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Red River Clay a light or dark color?
Red River Clay has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 21.9 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a deep color. With an LRV of 22, Red River Clay 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 Red River Clay in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Coral Clay SW 9005 (close, ΔE 3.9); Farrow & Ball: Porphyry Pink No.49 (close, ΔE 3.8); Behr: Mars Red PPU2-11 (closest available, ΔE 6.1). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Red River Clay?
Try Pink Swirl (2171-70) on trim and Pink Essence (881) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Red River Clay's undertone.
Where does Red River Clay work best?
Red River Clay works well in dining rooms, accent walls, front doors and libraries. With an LRV of 22, Red River Clay 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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