Crushed Velvet 2076-10 is a pink paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #8E2E49, estimated LRV 8 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Scarlet Apple from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #8E2E49 · 2076-10
Crushed Velvet
8%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Crushed Velvet Technical Profile
HEX Code#8E2E49
RGB142, 46, 73
Estimated LRV8.2
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familypink
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Crushed Velvet
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Crushed Velvet
#8E2E49
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9C6353
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Crushed Velvet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Crushed Velvet 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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Crushed Velvet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Crushed Velvet have?
Crushed Velvet by Benjamin Moore has a warm (pink) 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 Crushed Velvet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Crushed Velvet are Scarlet Apple by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Regal Red by Behr (a close digital match), Sweet Cherry by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Crushed Velvet'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 Crushed Velvet?
Crushed Velvet has a estimated lightness value of 8.2, 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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