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Somerville Red

We've categorized Somerville Red as a versatile Red because of its unique LRV profile. We have documented it across our network because it can perfect for adding character to any space so effectively. Explore our collection of 7 room photos to see how it looks alongside coordinating accent choices.

Hex

#9A6D6B

LRV

19.43

Light Reflectance Value
19.43
Dark
Tone
BrightMoodyTimeless
UseInterior & Exterior

Somerville Red in Real Rooms

Somerville Red has a medium LRV of 19.43 — it adds real depth and will read noticeably darker as natural light fades. Grouped in the Red family, the photos below show it applied in a living room, misc and dining room.

2 Living Room Photos

For open-concept living rooms, Somerville Red is a powerful tool for definition. It has enough presence to signal where the living area begins without creating a harsh visual break from the rest of the house. It defines the "zone" of relaxation through color psychology and sophisticated depth.

Benjamin Moore Somerville Red living room color review

Benjamin Moore Somerville Red living room color review

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Benjamin Moore Somerville Red living room interior

Benjamin Moore Somerville Red living room interior

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4 Misc Photos

More spaces painted in Somerville Red, shared by homeowners and designers across kitchens, hallways, dining rooms, and beyond. This collection shows how one color can take on a dozen different personalities depending on the room.

Benjamin Moore Somerville Red accent wall color

Benjamin Moore Somerville Red accent wall color

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Benjamin Moore Somerville Red kids' room interior

Benjamin Moore Somerville Red kids' room interior

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Benjamin Moore Somerville Red kids' room color paint

Benjamin Moore Somerville Red kids' room color paint

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Benjamin Moore Somerville Red kids' room color

Benjamin Moore Somerville Red kids' room color

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1 Dining Room Photo

Dining rooms benefit from colors with some weight to them — lighter shades can feel too open for a space meant for intimate evening gatherings. Somerville Red does what good dining room color should: it makes the table feel like the center of the world.

Benjamin Moore Somerville Red dining room interior

Benjamin Moore Somerville Red dining room interior

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Coordinating Colors

Similar Colors

Color Codes

HEX#9A6D6B
RGB154, 109, 107
HSL3° 19% 51%
CMYK0 29 31 40
CIE LabL: 50.5 a: 17.6 b: 8.3
XYZX: 0.21 Y: 0.19 Z: 0.16