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Benjamin Moore Crushed Velvet
2076-10 · #8E2E49 · LRV ~8.2
Closest tone in another brand: Dunn-Edwards Scarlet Apple (~97% proximity)Crushed Velvet (2076-10) is a deep red from Benjamin Moore, in this site’s digital reading. Estimated LRV about 8.2 (very dark): it absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. plan for good artificial lighting. The closest tone in another brand is Dunn-Edwards Scarlet Apple (~97% proximity).
Closest tone to Crushed Velvet in other brands
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LRV (estimated)
8.2 · Very dark
Temperature
Warm
Code
2076-10
HEX
#8E2E49
RGB
142, 46, 73
HSL
343°, 51%, 37%
Family
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Crushed Velvet FAQ
What is the LRV of Crushed Velvet?
Crushed Velvet has an estimated LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 8.2 on a 0–100 scale, which is very dark. It absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. Plan for good artificial lighting. It is an estimate from the digital HEX, not the LRV published by the brand.
What is the closest tone to Crushed Velvet in other brands?
Dunn-Edwards: Scarlet Apple (DEA146), ~97% proximity; Sherwin-Williams: Cerise (SW 6580), ~92% proximity; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Cerise (HGSW6580), ~92% proximity; Valspar: Thrill Ride (P040), ~92% proximity; PPG: Magenta (PPG1050-7), ~90% proximity; Glidden: Magenta (PPG1050-7), ~89% proximity; Behr: Timeless Ruby (HDC-CL-01), ~79% proximity; Farrow & Ball: Incarnadine (No. 248), ~72% proximity. These are estimates of digital closeness on screen, not proven physical equivalence or official conversions; always compare a real sample of both.
What is the HEX code of Crushed Velvet?
The HEX code of Crushed Velvet (2076-10) is #8E2E49, RGB 142, 46, 73. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.