ColorplanBenjamin Moore Sequoia (1245) is a very dark red with a soft pink undertone and an LRV of 16. For trim, try Pink Essence (881).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Red |
| LRV | 16.1 (dark; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #866963 |
| RGB | 134, 105, 99 |
| HSL | 10°, 15%, 46% |
About Sequoia
Sequoia (1245) is a very dark red from Benjamin Moore with a soft pink undertone. With an LRV of 16, Sequoia 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 Sequoia'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 Mink Violet (1252), it's warmer and more colorful.
How Sequoia changes with the light
Sequoia 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
Sequoia's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Sequoia 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 Sequoia close to its true color, slightly lighter and warmer.
West-facing rooms
Sequoia will glow warmer in the late afternoon.
See Sequoia in real homes
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Sequoia 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 6.4
Also close: Poised Taupe (ΔE 9.3)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Closest available · ΔE 7.2
Also close: Wainscot (ΔE 8.3)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 6.2
Also close: Mocha Latte (ΔE 8.2)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Sequoia questions
What undertone does Sequoia have?
Sequoia has a soft pink undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Sequoia's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Sequoia a light or dark color?
Sequoia has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 16.1 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a very dark color. With an LRV of 16, Sequoia absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
What is the closest match to Sequoia in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Reddened Earth SW 6053 (closest available, ΔE 6.4); Farrow & Ball: London Clay No.244 (closest available, ΔE 7.2); Behr: Plum Shade 100F-6 (closest available, ΔE 6.2). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Sequoia?
Try Pink Essence (881) on trim and Opulence (OC-69) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Sequoia's undertone.
Where does Sequoia work best?
Sequoia works well in dining rooms, accent walls, front doors and libraries. With an LRV of 16, Sequoia absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
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