ColorplanLake Red
No.W92 · Farrow & Ball
LRV 17 · dark
0 black100 white
Farrow & Ball Lake Red (No.W92) is a very dark red with a soft pink undertone and an LRV of 17. Closest matches: Benjamin Moore Royal Fuchsia (2078-30). For trim, try Middleton Pink (No.245).
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This photo shows walls only. Photos show the color in a real room's light; your own light will change it.
Suggested trim and ceiling are Farrow & Ball whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Red |
| LRV | 16.9 (dark; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #BC4C68 |
| RGB | 188, 76, 104 |
| HSL | 345°, 46%, 52% |
About Lake Red
Lake Red (No.W92) is a very dark, bold red from Farrow & Ball that leans pink. With an LRV of 17, Lake 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 Lake 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 dining rooms, accent walls, front doors and libraries. Next to Rectory Red (No.217), it's lighter and cooler.
How Lake Red changes with the light
Lake Red 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
Lake Red's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Lake 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 Lake Red can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Lake Red will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Lake Red in real homes
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Lake 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.
Benjamin Moore
Very close · ΔE 2.0
Also close: Peony (ΔE 3.3)
Compare side by side →Sherwin-Williams
Closest available · ΔE 14.2
Also close: Bolero (ΔE 15.3)
Compare side by side →Similar Farrow & Ball colors
Lake Red questions
What undertone does Lake Red have?
Lake Red has a soft pink undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Lake Red's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Lake Red a light or dark color?
Lake Red has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 16.9 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a very dark color. With an LRV of 17, Lake 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 Lake Red in other paint brands?
Benjamin Moore: Royal Fuchsia 2078-30 (very close, ΔE 2.0); Sherwin-Williams: Red Bay SW 6321 (closest available, ΔE 14.2); Behr: Rumors MQ1-15 (closest available, ΔE 16.1). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Lake Red?
Try Middleton Pink (No.245) on both trim and ceiling. It's a Farrow & Ball white that shares Lake Red's undertone, so the room feels coordinated without looking stark.
Where does Lake Red work best?
Lake Red works well in dining rooms, accent walls, front doors and libraries. With an LRV of 17, Lake Red absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
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