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Dunn-Edwards Fireside Chat

DESS05 · #8F4843 · LRV 10.9

Compare with other brands: Benjamin Moore Hot Apple Spice is a 97% match

Fireside Chat (DESS05) is a deep red from Dunn-Edwards. Its LRV is about 10.9 (very dark): it absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. plan for good artificial lighting. The closest match in another brand is Benjamin Moore Hot Apple Spice (97% match).

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LRV

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 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.

What is the closest match to Fireside Chat in other brands?

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