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Benjamin Moore Mars Red
2172-20 · #934838 · LRV 11.1
Compare with other brands: Sherwin-Williams Flower Pot is a 95% matchMars Red (2172-20) is a deep brown from Benjamin Moore. Its LRV is about 11.1 (very dark): it absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. plan for good artificial lighting. The closest match in another brand is Sherwin-Williams Flower Pot (95% match).
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LRV
11.1 · Very dark
Temperature
Warm
Code
2172-20
HEX
#934838
RGB
147, 72, 56
HSL
11°, 45%, 40%
Family
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Mars Red FAQ
What is the LRV of Mars Red?
Mars Red has an LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 11.1 on a 0–100 scale, which is very dark. It absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. Plan for good artificial lighting.
What is the closest match to Mars Red in other brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Flower Pot (SW 6334), 95%; PPG: Burled Redwood (PPG1067-7), 95%; Valspar: Tropical Nut (2003-5A), 93%; Glidden: Cedar Chest (PPG1065-7), 92%; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Spicy Hue (HGSW6342), 92%; Dunn-Edwards: Arabian Red (DEA155), 90%; Farrow & Ball: Bamboozle (No. 304), 87%; Behr: Sweet Cherry (M150-7), 82%. Matches are estimated from digital color values and are not official conversions; always compare a real sample of both.
What is the HEX code of Mars Red?
The HEX code of Mars Red (2172-20) is #934838, RGB 147, 72, 56. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.