Blushing Red 2079-20 is a pink paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #B93254, estimated LRV 13 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cherries Jubilee from PPG (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #B93254 · 2079-20
Blushing Red
13%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Blushing Red Technical Profile
HEX Code#B93254
RGB185, 50, 84
Estimated LRV13.2
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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Color Familypink
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Blushing Red
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blushing Red
#B93254
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B67C68
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blushing Red
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blushing Red Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
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Blushing Red — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blushing Red have?
Blushing Red by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the pink color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Blushing Red from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blushing Red are Cherries Jubilee by PPG (a very close match), Merlot Magic by Vista Paint (a very close match), Cherries Jubilee by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match) — the best options for getting Blushing Red's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Blushing Red?
Blushing Red has a estimated lightness value of 13.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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