ColorplanBenjamin Moore Texas Rose (2092-40) is a deep red with a soft pink undertone and an LRV of 21. Closest matches: Sherwin-Williams Reddened Earth (SW 6053) and Farrow & Ball Porphyry Pink (No.49). For trim, try Pink Bliss (2093-70).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Red |
| LRV | 21.3 (dark; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #A97169 |
| RGB | 169, 113, 105 |
| HSL | 8°, 27%, 54% |
About Texas Rose
Texas Rose (2092-40) is a deep, medium-strength red from Benjamin Moore that leans pink. With an LRV of 21, Texas Rose 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 Texas Rose'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 Tea Room (AF-270), it's lighter and warmer.
How Texas Rose changes with the light
Texas Rose 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
Texas Rose's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Texas Rose 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 Texas Rose can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Texas Rose will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Texas Rose in real homes
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Texas Rose 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 3.7
Also close: Coral Clay (ΔE 5.2)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 5.0
Also close: Plum Shade (ΔE 14.5)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Texas Rose questions
What undertone does Texas Rose have?
Texas Rose has a soft pink undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Texas Rose's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Texas Rose a light or dark color?
Texas Rose has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 21.3 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a deep color. With an LRV of 21, Texas Rose 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 Texas Rose in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Reddened Earth SW 6053 (close, ΔE 3.7); Farrow & Ball: Porphyry Pink No.49 (close, ΔE 3.7); Behr: Mars Red PPU2-11 (closest available, ΔE 5.0). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Texas Rose?
Try Pink Bliss (2093-70) on trim and Pink Essence (881) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Texas Rose's undertone.
Where does Texas Rose work best?
Texas Rose works well in dining rooms, accent walls, front doors and libraries. With an LRV of 21, Texas Rose 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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