Claret Rose 2008-20 is a red paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #CA5044, LRV 19 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Grand Duke from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CA5044 · 2008-20
Claret Rose
19%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Claret Rose Technical Profile
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Claret Rose in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Claret Rose in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreClaret Rose
Nearly identical
Vista PaintGrand Duke
Grand Duke
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Scarlet Sun
Valspar
Nearly identical
Sweet Baby Rose
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Gingham Pink
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Tiki Torch
Behr
Very similar
Wet Coral
PPG
Very similar
Le Corbusier Crush
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Peppery
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Hibiscus Tea
Kilz
Very similar
Romesco
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Pearl Pink
RAL
Very similar
Petal .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Claret Rose
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Claret Rose
#CA5044
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BB9F77
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for Claret Rose
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Claret Rose 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 Claret Rose.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Claret Rose — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Claret Rose have?
Claret Rose by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the red color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Claret Rose in your own space before committing.
What colors match Claret Rose from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Claret Rose are Grand Duke by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Scarlet Sun by Valspar (a near-identical match), Hacienda Tile by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Claret Rose'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 Claret Rose?
Claret Rose has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 18.7, 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 Claret Rose's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.