Blushing Red 2079-20 is a pink paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #B93254, 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.
Ref. #B93254 · 2079-20
Blushing Red
13%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Blushing Red Technical Profile
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Blushing Red in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Blushing Red in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreBlushing Red
Very similar
PPGCherries Jubilee
Cherries Jubilee
PPG
Very similar
Merlot Magic
Vista Paint
Very similar
Cherries Jubilee
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Fortune Red
Behr
Very similar
Obsession
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Fire-Breathing Dragon
Valspar
Very similar
Spiked Punch
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Rumba Red
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Bright Orchid
Kilz
Very similar
Telemagenta
RAL
Visible difference
Incarnadine
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Petal .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Blushing Red
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
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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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
Similar Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Blushing Red.
More pink colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the pink family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Blushing Red in your own space before committing.
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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Blushing Red's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.