ColorplanBenjamin Moore Venetian Rose (1292) is a mid-tone pink with a soft pink undertone and an LRV of 40. For trim, try Pink Swirl (2171-70).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Pink |
| LRV | 40.0 (mid-tone; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #D99A94 |
| RGB | 217, 154, 148 |
| HSL | 5°, 48%, 72% |
About Venetian Rose
Venetian Rose (1292) is a mid-tone, medium-strength pink from Benjamin Moore. With an LRV of 40, Venetian Rose has visible color without darkening a room much.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Venetian 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 bedrooms, nurseries, powder rooms and accent walls. It's very close to Tender Pink (2090-50); you'd mostly see the difference side by side.
How Venetian Rose changes with the light
Venetian 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
Venetian Rose's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Venetian 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 Venetian Rose can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Venetian Rose will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Venetian Rose in real homes
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Venetian 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
Closest available · ΔE 8.2
Also close: Persimmon (ΔE 8.3)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Closest available · ΔE 8.6
Also close: Cinder Rose (ΔE 8.9)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 11.2
Also close: Mars Red (ΔE 11.7)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Venetian Rose questions
What undertone does Venetian Rose have?
Venetian Rose has a soft pink undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Venetian Rose's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Venetian Rose a light or dark color?
Venetian Rose has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 40.0 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a mid-tone color. With an LRV of 40, Venetian Rose has visible color without darkening a room much.
What is the closest match to Venetian Rose in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Rose Tan SW 0069 (closest available, ΔE 8.2); Farrow & Ball: Nancy's Blushes No.278 (closest available, ΔE 8.6); Behr: Canyon Dusk S210-4 (closest available, ΔE 11.2). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Venetian Rose?
Try Pink Swirl (2171-70) on trim and Pink Essence (881) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Venetian Rose's undertone.
Where does Venetian Rose work best?
Venetian Rose works well in bedrooms, nurseries, powder rooms and accent walls. With an LRV of 40, Venetian Rose has visible color without darkening a room much.
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