Rosewood 2082-40 is a red paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #B8808D, estimated LRV 28 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Thornberry from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #B8808D · 2082-40
Rosewood
28%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Rosewood Technical Profile
HEX Code#B8808D
RGB184, 128, 141
Estimated LRV27.6
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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Color Familyred
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Rosewood
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Rosewood
#B8808D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9085
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Rosewood
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rosewood 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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Rosewood — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rosewood have?
Rosewood 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 Rosewood from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Rosewood are Thornberry by PPG (a close digital match), Punch of Pink by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Vintage Rouge Red by PPG (a very close match) — the best options for getting Rosewood'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 Rosewood?
Rosewood has a estimated lightness value of 27.6, 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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