Raphael CC-2 is a red paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #593936, estimated LRV 5 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Chocolate Sprinkle from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #593936 · CC-2
Raphael
5%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Raphael Technical Profile
HEX Code#593936
RGB89, 57, 54
Estimated LRV5.3
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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Color Familyred
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Raphael
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Raphael
#593936
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#74644E
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Raphael
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Raphael 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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Raphael — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Raphael have?
Raphael 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 Raphael from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Raphael are Chocolate Sprinkle by Behr (a close digital match), Maximum Mocha by Behr (a close digital match), Classic Brown by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Raphael'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 Raphael?
Raphael has a estimated lightness value of 5.3, 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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