Somerville Red HC-62 is a neutral paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #9B6E6C, estimated LRV 19 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Homestead Red from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #9B6E6C · HC-62
Somerville Red
19%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Somerville Red Technical Profile
HEX Code#9B6E6C
RGB155, 110, 108
Estimated LRV19.2
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 Familyneutral
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Somerville Red
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Somerville Red
#9B6E6C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9B85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Somerville Red
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Somerville Red 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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Somerville Red — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Somerville Red have?
Somerville Red by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the neutral 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 Somerville Red from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Somerville Red are Homestead Red by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Autumn Russet by Behr (a close digital match), Rose Brocade by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Somerville Red'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 Somerville Red?
Somerville Red has a estimated lightness value of 19.2, 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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