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Benjamin Moore Exotic Red
2086-10 · #B42836 · LRV ~11.5
Closest tone in another brand: Sherwin-Williams Positive Red (~93% proximity)Exotic Red (2086-10) is a deep red from Benjamin Moore, in this site’s digital reading. Estimated LRV about 11.5 (very dark): it absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. plan for good artificial lighting. The closest tone in another brand is Sherwin-Williams Positive Red (~93% proximity).
Closest tone to Exotic Red in other brands
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LRV (estimated)
11.5 · Very dark
Temperature
Warm
Code
2086-10
HEX
#B42836
RGB
180, 40, 54
HSL
354°, 64%, 43%
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Exotic Red FAQ
What is the LRV of Exotic Red?
Exotic Red has an estimated LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 11.5 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 Exotic Red in other brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Positive Red (SW 6871), ~93% proximity; Dunn-Edwards: Red Contrast (DEA106), ~91% proximity; Valspar: Classic Red (1009-2), ~89% proximity; PPG: Red Gumball (PPG1187-7), ~85% proximity; Glidden: Calypso Berry (PPG1185-7), ~85% proximity; Behr: Flirt Alert (P150-7), ~84% proximity; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Show Stopper (HGSW7588), ~83% proximity; Farrow & Ball: Incarnadine (No. 248), ~58% 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 Exotic Red?
The HEX code of Exotic Red (2086-10) is #B42836, RGB 180, 40, 54. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.