Benjamin Moore Sweet Rosy Brown 1302
| Official page: | Sweet Rosy Brown 1302 |
| Code: | 1302 |
| Name: | Sweet Rosy Brown |
| Brand: | Benjamin Moore |
What color is Benjamin Moore Sweet Rosy Brown?
Discover the warm embrace of Benjamin Moore 1302 Sweet Rosy Brown. This rich and inviting hue infuses any space with a sense of comfort and sophistication. Ideal for cozy living rooms, elegant bedrooms, and intimate dining areas, 1302 Sweet Rosy Brown creates a soothing ambiance perfect for relaxation and unwinding. Let this timeless color envelop your room in a subtle rosy glow, bringing a touch of understated luxury to your home. Transform your space into a haven of tranquility with the enduring beauty of Sweet Rosy Brown.
Sweet Rosy Brown for exterior
Looking for a fresh new look for your house exterior or starting from skretch? We’ve collected pictures of real-life homes that have been painted with this warm hue. Find inspiration for your house’s exterior, front doors, gates, shutters, frames or windows.
Benjamin Moore Sweet Rosy Brown reviews
View the photos of real spaces painted with this that were not included in specific categories.Close-ups, painted furniture, storages and dressers, hallways, stairs and ceilings.
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What are Benjamin Moore Sweet Rosy Brown undertones?
The undertone of Sweet Rosy Brown can be accurately described as a Red hue, as is apparent from the color space provided. By isolating the pure hue and eliminating any tints, tones, and shades, we were able to precisely determine its undertone. This approach has proven to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.
HEX value
HEX value:
#7E4A46
RGB code:
126, 74, 70
Is Benjamin Moore Sweet Rosy Brown 1302 cool or warm?
With a hue of 4° thisdark redrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
1302 Sweet Rosy Brown HSL code: 4, 29%, 38%
Hue - degree on a color wheel from 0 to 360. 0 is red, 120 is green, and 240 is blue.
Saturation is expressed as a percentage. At 0%, it appears as a shade of grey, and at 100%, it is in full color..
Lightness is also a percentage value. 0% is black, and 100% is white.
- Warm colors are ideal for kitchens, living rooms or bathrooms
- Warmer hues make larger spaces feel more inviting
- Warm red shades add a vibrant and passionate touch to a room, creating a dynamic and energetic atmosphere, perfect for dining rooms, living rooms, and accent walls.
- Using dark warm shades like rich reds and browns creates a cozy and intimate atmosphere, perfect for dining rooms, libraries, and living rooms. These colors add depth and warmth. However, be careful when using them in small spaces or rooms with low ceilings, as they can make the space feel even smaller.
Act like a pro: Mixing warm and cool shades is a must have to get harmonius interior. Add accents that contrast with the primary color to create visual balance. If your walls are a warm color, don’t forget to add accent in cold colors (furniture, art, décor). A good practice is too use a complementary color scheme.
How light temperature affects Sweet Rosy Brown
Natural Lighting. During the day, natural light shifts from about 2000 K at sunrise/sunset to 5500–6500 K at noon.
In addition, natural‑light temperature depends on its direction:
| Direction of sunlight | Visible temp. | Hue | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| North | Cool | Bluish | All day |
| East | Warm | Yellow | Before noon |
| West | Warm | Orange‑red | After noon |
| South | Warm | Orange‑yellow | All day |
Artificial Lighting. When choosing bulbs, pay attention to their color‑temperature (Kelvins).
Use the slider to see how this dark red shade looks under different lighting:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Sweet Rosy Brown:
Monochromatic color scheme
This scheme consists of various shades, tints, and tones of a single color. While it offers a perfect combination of hues, without accent décor it may become monotonous.
Lighter shades
1302
Sweet Rosy Brown
Darker shades
1302
Sweet Rosy Brown
Complementary color scheme
This color scheme is a combination of two shades that are opposite each other on the color wheel. The high contrast between these colors creates a vibrant and dynamic visual effect. For the color Sweet Rosy Brown with a red hue, complementary colors are those with a green hue close to 184, such as Benjamin Moore Aegean Teal and Blue Lace.
LRV of Sweet Rosy Brown
Sweet Rosy Brown has an LRV of 10.83% and refers to Medium Dark which means that this color reflects very little light. Why LRV is important?
Light Reflectance Value measures the amount of visible and usable light that reflects from a painted surface.
Simply put, the higher the LRV of a paint color, the brighter the room you will get.
The scale goes from 0% (absolute black, absorbing all light) to 100% (pure white, reflecting all light).
Act like a pro: When choosing paint with an LRV of 10.83%, pay attention to your bulbs' brightness. Light brightness is measured in lumens. The lower the paint's LRV, the higher lumen level you need. Every square foot of room needs at least 40 lumens. That means for a 200 ft2 living room you’ll need about 8000 lumens of light – e.g., eight 1000 lm bulbs.
Color codes
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| Format | Code | |
|---|---|---|
| HEX | #7E4A46 | |
| RGB Decimal | 126, 74, 70 | |
| RGB Percent | 49.41%, 29.02%, 27.45% | |
| HSV | Hue: 4° Saturation: 44.44% Value: 49.41% | |
| HSL | hsl(4, 29, 38) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 41.27 Yellow: 44.44 Key: 50.59 | |
| YIQ | Y: 89.092 I: 32.272 Q: 9.755 | |
| XYZ | X: 12.159 Y: 9.776 Z: 7.039 | |
| CIE Lab | L:37.438 a:21.599 b:11.864 | |
| CIE Luv | L:37.438 u:35.273 v:10.071 | |
| Decimal | 8276550 | |
| Hunter Lab | 31.267, 14.696, 8.539 |
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