Mardi Gras 1342 is a red paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #BA5A6B, estimated LRV 19 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Candied Apple from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #BA5A6B · 1342
Mardi Gras
19%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Mardi Gras Technical Profile
HEX Code#BA5A6B
RGB186, 90, 107
Estimated LRV18.8
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 Mardi Gras
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mardi Gras
#BA5A6B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B29080
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mardi Gras
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mardi Gras 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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Mardi Gras — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mardi Gras have?
Mardi Gras 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 Mardi Gras from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mardi Gras are Candied Apple by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Hibiscus Flower by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Sensuous by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Mardi Gras'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 Mardi Gras?
Mardi Gras has a estimated lightness value of 18.8, 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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