ColorplanBenjamin Moore Rhododendron (2079-50) is a mid-tone pink with a soft pink undertone and an LRV of 52. 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 | Pink |
| LRV | 52.3 (mid-tone; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #F2ABCB |
| RGB | 242, 171, 203 |
| HSL | 333°, 73%, 81% |
About Rhododendron
Rhododendron (2079-50) is a mid-tone, medium-strength pink from Benjamin Moore. With an LRV of 52, Rhododendron has visible color without darkening a room much.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Rhododendron'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 Blushing Bride (2086-50), it's cooler.
How Rhododendron changes with the light
Rhododendron has a gentle warm undertone that keeps it from going cold in north-facing rooms, and it looks a touch warmer again in afternoon west light.
North-facing rooms
Rhododendron's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Rhododendron will look warmer and brighter in the morning and cooler and grayer by afternoon; check a sample at both times.
South-facing rooms
Bright south light shows Rhododendron close to its true color, slightly lighter and warmer.
West-facing rooms
Rhododendron will glow warmer in the late afternoon.
See Rhododendron in real homes
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Rhododendron 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 15.5
Also close: Dressy Rose (ΔE 16.7)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Closest available · ΔE 9.8
Also close: Cinder Rose (ΔE 12.6)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 18.3
Also close: Grape Creme (ΔE 20.9)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Rhododendron questions
What undertone does Rhododendron have?
Rhododendron has a soft pink undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Rhododendron's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Rhododendron a light or dark color?
Rhododendron has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 52.3 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a mid-tone color. With an LRV of 52, Rhododendron has visible color without darkening a room much.
What is the closest match to Rhododendron in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Rosy Outlook SW 6316 (closest available, ΔE 15.5); Farrow & Ball: Nancy's Blushes No.278 (closest available, ΔE 9.8); Behr: Dusty Lilac N110-1 (closest available, ΔE 18.3). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Rhododendron?
Try Flush Pink (2081-70) on trim and Mirage White (2116-70) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Rhododendron's undertone.
Where does Rhododendron work best?
Rhododendron works well in bedrooms, nurseries, powder rooms and accent walls. With an LRV of 52, Rhododendron has visible color without darkening a room much.
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