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Dunn-Edwards Fireside Chat

DESS05 · #8F4843 · LRV ~10.9

Closest tone in another brand: Benjamin Moore Hot Apple Spice (~97% proximity)

Fireside Chat (DESS05) is a deep red from Dunn-Edwards, in this site’s digital reading. Estimated LRV about 10.9 (very dark): it absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. plan for good artificial lighting. The closest tone in another brand is Benjamin Moore Hot Apple Spice (~97% proximity).

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LRV (estimated)

10.9 · Very dark

Temperature

Warm

Code

DESS05

HEX

#8F4843

RGB

143, 72, 67

HSL

4°, 36%, 41%

Family

Reds

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Fireside Chat FAQ

What is the LRV of Fireside Chat?

Fireside Chat has an estimated LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 10.9 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 Fireside Chat in other brands?

Benjamin Moore: Hot Apple Spice (2005-20), ~97% proximity; PPG: Brick Dust (PPG1056-7), ~95% proximity; Sherwin-Williams: Rembrandt Ruby (SW 0033), ~94% proximity; Glidden: Brick Dust (PPG1056-7), ~94% proximity; Behr: Forbidden Red (PPU1-10), ~93% proximity; Valspar: Muted Red (1008-5A), ~90% proximity; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Bold Brick (HGSW6327), ~87% proximity; Farrow & Ball: Picture Gallery Red (No. 42), ~87% 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 Fireside Chat?

The HEX code of Fireside Chat (DESS05) is #8F4843, RGB 143, 72, 67. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.