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Benjamin Moore Modern Romance
CSP-435 · #844450 · LRV ~9.6
Closest tone in another brand: Behr Sugar Beet (~94% proximity)Modern Romance (CSP-435) is a deep red from Benjamin Moore, in this site’s digital reading. Estimated LRV about 9.6 (very dark): it absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. plan for good artificial lighting. The closest tone in another brand is Behr Sugar Beet (~94% proximity).
Closest tone to Modern Romance in other brands
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LRV (estimated)
9.6 · Very dark
Temperature
Warm
Code
CSP-435
HEX
#844450
RGB
132, 68, 80
HSL
349°, 32%, 39%
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Modern Romance FAQ
What is the LRV of Modern Romance?
Modern Romance has an estimated LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 9.6 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 Modern Romance in other brands?
Behr: Sugar Beet (M130-7), ~94% proximity; Sherwin-Williams: Cordial (SW 6306), ~91% proximity; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Cordial (HGSW6306), ~91% proximity; Glidden: Ruby Lips (PPG1052-7), ~91% proximity; Dunn-Edwards: Mahogany Cherry (DE5020), ~89% proximity; PPG: Merlot (PPG13-04), ~89% proximity; Farrow & Ball: Eating Room Red (No. 43), ~86% proximity; Valspar: Muted Red (1008-5A), ~86% 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 Modern Romance?
The HEX code of Modern Romance (CSP-435) is #844450, RGB 132, 68, 80. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.