ColorplanBenjamin Moore Warm Sienna (1203) is a very dark red with a soft pink undertone and an LRV of 16. Closest matches: Farrow & Ball Bamboozle (No.304). For trim, try Light Quartz (2011-70).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Red |
| LRV | 15.7 (dark; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #A5594E |
| RGB | 165, 89, 78 |
| HSL | 8°, 36%, 48% |
About Warm Sienna
Warm Sienna (1203) is a very dark, medium-strength red from Benjamin Moore that leans pink. With an LRV of 16, Warm Sienna 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 Warm Sienna'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. It's very close to Covered Bridge (CC-126); you'd mostly see the difference side by side.
How Warm Sienna changes with the light
Warm Sienna 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
Warm Sienna's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Warm Sienna 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 Warm Sienna can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Warm Sienna will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Warm Sienna in real homes
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Warm Sienna 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 7.5
Also close: Reddened Earth (ΔE 8.0)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Very close · ΔE 2.1
Also close: Picture Gallery Red (ΔE 2.3)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 11.5
Also close: Mars Red (ΔE 12.2)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Warm Sienna questions
What undertone does Warm Sienna have?
Warm Sienna has a soft pink undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Warm Sienna's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Warm Sienna a light or dark color?
Warm Sienna has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 15.7 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a very dark color. With an LRV of 16, Warm Sienna absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
What is the closest match to Warm Sienna in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Cavern Clay SW 7701 (closest available, ΔE 7.5); Farrow & Ball: Bamboozle No.304 (very close, ΔE 2.1); Behr: Red Pepper PPU2-02 (closest available, ΔE 11.5). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Warm Sienna?
Try Light Quartz (2011-70) on trim and Pink Essence (881) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Warm Sienna's undertone.
Where does Warm Sienna work best?
Warm Sienna works well in dining rooms, accent walls, front doors and libraries. With an LRV of 16, Warm Sienna absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
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