ColorplanBenjamin Moore Umbria Red (1316) is a very dark red with a soft pink undertone and an LRV of 12. Closest matches: Farrow & Ball Rectory Red (No.217). For trim, try Sutton Pink (2002-70).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Red |
| LRV | 12.1 (dark; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #A54048 |
| RGB | 165, 64, 72 |
| HSL | 355°, 44%, 45% |
About Umbria Red
Umbria Red (1316) is a very dark, bold red from Benjamin Moore that leans pink. With an LRV of 12, Umbria Red 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 Umbria Red'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. Next to Burnt Peanut Red (2081-10), it's warmer.
How Umbria Red changes with the light
Umbria Red 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
Umbria Red will read even deeper in north light: great for a cozy, enveloping room, less so if you want it bright.
East-facing rooms
Umbria Red 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 Umbria Red can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Umbria Red will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Umbria Red in real homes
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Umbria Red 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 5.7
Also close: Bolero (ΔE 6.4)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Very close · ΔE 2.0
Also close: Incarnadine (ΔE 2.3)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Umbria Red questions
What undertone does Umbria Red have?
Umbria Red has a soft pink undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Umbria Red's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Umbria Red a light or dark color?
Umbria Red has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 12.1 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a very dark color. With an LRV of 12, Umbria Red absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
What is the closest match to Umbria Red in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Red Bay SW 6321 (closest available, ΔE 5.7); Farrow & Ball: Rectory Red No.217 (very close, ΔE 2.0); Behr: Red Pepper PPU2-02 (closest available, ΔE 9.9). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Umbria Red?
Try Sutton Pink (2002-70) on trim and Pink Bliss (2093-70) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Umbria Red's undertone.
Where does Umbria Red work best?
Umbria Red works well in accent walls, front doors, cabinetry and powder rooms. With an LRV of 12, Umbria Red absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
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