Rosetta 038 is a red paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #DFB5AB, LRV 50 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mesa Pink from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #DFB5AB · 038
Rosetta
50%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Rosetta Technical Profile
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Rosetta in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Rosetta in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreRosetta
Nearly identical
PPGMesa Pink
Mesa Pink
PPG
Nearly identical
Mellow Coral
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Parma
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Dahlia
Behr
Nearly identical
Blissful Morning
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Semi-Precious
Valspar
Very similar
City of Pink Angels
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Arizona Clay
Kilz
Very similar
Angel Breath
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Nancy's Blushes
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Rosetta
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Rosetta
#DFB5AB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B4A47E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Rosetta
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rosetta 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 Rosetta.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Rosetta — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rosetta have?
Rosetta 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 Rosetta in your own space before committing.
What colors match Rosetta from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Rosetta are Mesa Pink by PPG (a near-identical match), Mellow Coral by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Parma by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Rosetta'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 Rosetta?
Rosetta has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 49.7, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Rosetta's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.