ColorplanBenjamin Moore Rich Chestnut (2090-20) is a very dark red with a soft pink undertone and an LRV of 12. Closest matches: Farrow & Ball Bamboozle (No.304). For trim, try Frosty Pink (2010-70).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Red |
| LRV | 11.9 (dark; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #9B4837 |
| RGB | 155, 72, 55 |
| HSL | 10°, 48%, 41% |
About Rich Chestnut
Rich Chestnut (2090-20) is a very dark, bold red from Benjamin Moore that leans pink. With an LRV of 12, Rich Chestnut 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 Rich Chestnut'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. It's very close to Country Lane (2088-20); you'd mostly see the difference side by side.
How Rich Chestnut changes with the light
Rich Chestnut 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
Rich Chestnut will read even deeper in north light: great for a cozy, enveloping room, less so if you want it bright.
East-facing rooms
Rich Chestnut 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 Rich Chestnut can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Rich Chestnut will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Rich Chestnut in real homes
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Rich Chestnut 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 5.6
Also close: Red Bay (ΔE 7.5)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Close · ΔE 4.4
Also close: Picture Gallery Red (ΔE 6.0)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Rich Chestnut questions
What undertone does Rich Chestnut have?
Rich Chestnut has a soft pink undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Rich Chestnut's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Rich Chestnut a light or dark color?
Rich Chestnut has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 11.9 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a very dark color. With an LRV of 12, Rich Chestnut absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
What is the closest match to Rich Chestnut in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Bolero SW 7600 (closest available, ΔE 5.6); Farrow & Ball: Bamboozle No.304 (close, ΔE 4.4); Behr: Red Pepper PPU2-02 (closest available, ΔE 8.3). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Rich Chestnut?
Try Frosty Pink (2010-70) on trim and Pink Bliss (2093-70) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Rich Chestnut's undertone.
Where does Rich Chestnut work best?
Rich Chestnut works well in accent walls, front doors, cabinetry and powder rooms. With an LRV of 12, Rich Chestnut absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
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