Ref. #8E4F3B · 2173-20
Tawny Rose
12%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Tawny Rose Technical Profile
What color is Tawny Rose? It's a dark warm red with the hex code #8E4F3B. Colors similar to Tawny Rose include Vista Paint Remaining Embers, Hirshfield's Remaining Embers, PPG Burled Redwood. Tawny Rose has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 12, Tawny Rose creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with creamy off-whites like Alabaster for trim, walnut or cherry hardwoods, and brass hardware — the warmth keeps reds from feeling clinical. Deep forest green or navy work as bold accent walls. Reds intensify under 2700K-3000K warm bulbs, deepening into wine territory. Under 4000K+ cool LEDs they can read pinker or slightly washed — sample under your actual room lighting before committing.
Colors Similar to Tawny Rose
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Remaining Embers
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Remaining Embers
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Burled Redwood
PPG
Nearly identical
Sierra Redwood
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Cherry Cola
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Clay .04
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Autumn Russet
Valspar
Very similar
Caramel Brown
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Tawny Rose
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tawny Rose
#8E4F3B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9D8D5F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tawny Rose
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tawny Rose 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 Tawny Rose.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Tawny Rose — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tawny Rose have?
Tawny Rose by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the red color family.
What colors match Tawny Rose from other brands?
The closest matches are Remaining Embers by Vista Paint (#8A4F3A), Remaining Embers by Hirshfield's (#8A4C38), Burled Redwood by PPG (#8F4C3A). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Tawny Rose?
Tawny Rose has an LRV of 11.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Tawny Rose's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.