ColorplanBenjamin Moore Red Tulip (2000-30) is a deep red with a soft pink undertone and an LRV of 22. 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 | 21.8 (dark; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #E04C5B |
| RGB | 224, 76, 91 |
| HSL | 354°, 70%, 59% |
About Red Tulip
Red Tulip (2000-30) is a deep, bold red from Benjamin Moore that leans pink. With an LRV of 22, Red Tulip 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 Tulip'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. It's very close to Spring Tulips (2001-30); you'd mostly see the difference side by side.
How Red Tulip changes with the light
Red Tulip 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 Tulip's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Red Tulip 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 Tulip can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Red Tulip will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Red Tulip in real homes
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Red Tulip 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: Cavern Clay (ΔE 15.5)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Closest available · ΔE 9.9
Also close: Blazer (ΔE 10.1)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 16.6
Also close: Red Pepper (ΔE 22.0)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Red Tulip questions
What undertone does Red Tulip have?
Red Tulip has a soft pink undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Red Tulip's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Red Tulip a light or dark color?
Red Tulip has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 21.8 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a deep color. With an LRV of 22, Red Tulip 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 Tulip in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Coral Clay SW 9005 (closest available, ΔE 12.2); Farrow & Ball: Lake Red No.W92 (closest available, ΔE 9.9); Behr: Mars Red PPU2-11 (closest available, ΔE 16.6). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Red Tulip?
Try Angel Pink (2007-70) on trim and Pink Swirl (2171-70) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Red Tulip's undertone.
Where does Red Tulip work best?
Red Tulip works well in dining rooms, accent walls, front doors and libraries. With an LRV of 22, Red Tulip 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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