Hydrangea Flowers 2008-40 is a red paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #F1918E, estimated LRV 41 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dishy Coral from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #F1918E · 2008-40
Hydrangea Flowers
41%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Hydrangea Flowers Technical Profile
HEX Code#F1918E
RGB241, 145, 142
Estimated LRV40.9
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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 Familyred
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Hydrangea Flowers
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Hydrangea Flowers
#F1918E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C99C69
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Hydrangea Flowers
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Hydrangea Flowers 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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Hydrangea Flowers — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Hydrangea Flowers have?
Hydrangea Flowers by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) 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 Hydrangea Flowers from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Hydrangea Flowers are Dishy Coral by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Corallize by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Cherished One by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Hydrangea Flowers'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 Hydrangea Flowers?
Hydrangea Flowers has a estimated lightness value of 40.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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