# Benjamin Moore Greenhow Vermillion

Source: [https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-greenhow-vermillion-cw-340](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-greenhow-vermillion-cw-340)

Benjamin Moore Greenhow Vermillion CW-340 is a medium-depth red with a warm, earthy cast that reads closer to softened brick than a bright primary red. Its muted saturation keeps the color grounded, while the slight brown influence makes it especially effective in rooms with natural wood, aged brass, or terracotta tile. In bright daylight, Greenhow Vermillion can appear clearer and more animated; under warm evening lamps, it settles into a deeper clay-red tone. Try it on a dining room wall, a painted front door, or lower cabinetry where its richness can anchor lighter surroundings. Pair this shade with creamy off-whites, warm taupes, charcoal accents, and oak or walnut finishes.

## Color details
- **Brand or system:** Benjamin Moore
- **Color name:** Greenhow Vermillion
- **Color code:** CW-340
- **HEX:** #AD433F
- **RGB:** 173, 67, 63
- **LRV:** 14.58%
- **Brightness:** Dark
- **Color families:** Red
- **Temperature:** warm
- **Undertones:** red

## Color codes
- **HSV:** Hue: 2° Saturation: 63.58% Value: 67.84%
- **HSL:** hsl(2, 47, 46)
- **CMYK:** Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 61.27 Yellow: 63.58 Key: 32.16
- **YIQ:** Y: 98.238 I: 64.451 Q: 21.178
- **XYZ:** X: 20.14 Y: 13.26 Z: 6.2
- **CIE Lab:** L:43.152 a:43.118 b:25.042
- **CIE Luv:** L:43.152 u:79.185 v:18.99
- **Decimal:** 11354943
- **Hunter Lab:** 36.414, 34.998, 15.395

## Equivalent and related colors
- [Benjamin Moore Chili Pepper](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-chili-pepper-2004-20)
- [Sherwin Williams Red Tomato](https://plan-home.com/color/red-tomato-sw-6607)
- [Benjamin Moore King's Red](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-kings-red-cw-335)
- [Benjamin Moore Moroccan Red](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-moroccan-red-1309)
- [Benjamin Moore Shy Cherry](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-shy-cherry-2007-20)
- [Behr Stiletto Love](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-stiletto-love)
- [Benjamin Moore Rosy Apple](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-rosy-apple-2006-30)
- [Benjamin Moore Ladybug Red](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-ladybug-red-1322)
- [Benjamin Moore Tucson Red](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-tucson-red-1300)
- [Sherwin Williams Lusty Red](https://plan-home.com/color/lusty-red-sw-6863)
- [Sherwin Williams Gypsy Red](https://plan-home.com/color/gypsy-red-sw-6865)
- [Benjamin Moore Red Parrot](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-red-parrot-1308)
- [Behr Fire Cracker](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-fire-cracker)
- [Behr No More Drama](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-no-more-drama)
- [Benjamin Moore Sangria](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-sangria-2006-20)
- [Behr Persimmon Red](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-persimmon-red)
- [Sherwin Williams Antique Red](https://plan-home.com/color/antique-red-sw-7587)
- [Sherwin Williams Habanero Chile](https://plan-home.com/color/habanero-chile-sw-7589)
- [Sherwin Williams Tanager](https://plan-home.com/color/tanager-sw-6601)
- [Benjamin Moore Hot Tamale](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-hot-tamale-csp-1155)

## Lighter monochromatic colors
- [Benjamin Moore Wild Flower](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-wild-flower-2090-40)
- [Benjamin Moore Rosy Peach](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-rosy-peach-2089-20)
- [Benjamin Moore Spiced Pumpkin](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-spiced-pumpkin-034)
- [Benjamin Moore Spiced Apple Cider](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-spiced-apple-cider-1201)
- [Benjamin Moore Tucson Red](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-tucson-red-1300)

## Darker monochromatic colors
- [Benjamin Moore Cottage Red](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-cottage-red-hc-184)
- [Benjamin Moore King's Red](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-kings-red-cw-335)
- [Benjamin Moore Bonaparte](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-bonaparte-cc-64)
- [Benjamin Moore Carriage Red](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-carriage-red-cw-250)
- [Benjamin Moore Country Lane](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-country-lane-2088-20)

## Complementary colors
- [Benjamin Moore Aegean Teal](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-aegean-teal-2136-40)
- [Benjamin Moore Blue Lace](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-blue-lace-1625)
- [Benjamin Moore Nimbus Gray](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-nimbus-gray-2131-50)
- [Benjamin Moore Providence Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-providence-blue-1636)
- [Benjamin Moore Van Courtland Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-van-courtland-blue-hc-145)
- [Benjamin Moore Nocturnal Gray](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-nocturnal-gray-2135-30)
- [Benjamin Moore Blue Spruce](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-blue-spruce-1637)

Official product page: https://www.benjaminmoore.com/en-us/paint-colors/color/CW-340

## Important note

Digital color values and matches are approximate. Screens, lighting, paint finish, surface texture, and application method can change how a color appears. Test a physical paint sample before making a final decision.