Chinaberry 1351 is a red paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #9E3D54, estimated LRV 11 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Bright Orchid from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #9E3D54 · 1351
Chinaberry
11%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Chinaberry Technical Profile
HEX Code#9E3D54
RGB158, 61, 84
Estimated LRV11.2
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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Color Familyred
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Chinaberry
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Chinaberry
#9E3D54
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A77867
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Chinaberry
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Chinaberry 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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Chinaberry — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Chinaberry have?
Chinaberry by Benjamin Moore has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the red 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 Chinaberry from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Chinaberry are Bright Orchid by Kilz (a close digital match), Berry Inspired by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), French Rose by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Chinaberry'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 Chinaberry?
Chinaberry has a estimated lightness value of 11.2, 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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