Formal Maroon vs New Pilgrim Red
Formal Maroon is a Behr color while New Pilgrim Red comes from Benjamin Moore. Hue-wise, Formal Maroon belongs to the pink family and New Pilgrim Red to the pink-red family. At LRV 9 vs 0, Formal Maroon will read as the brighter of the two — a 9-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. The tonal difference — Formal Maroon's red character against New Pilgrim Red's warm — becomes most visible against white trim or in morning light. At ΔE 3.6, the difference is perceptible but not dramatic — the two can work harmoniously in the same space. Below, 5 simulated room previews show how each color reads at scale — real-room photos will be added as they become available.
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Formal Maroon vs New Pilgrim Red Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Formal Maroon on one side and New Pilgrim Red on the other.
Digital color is approximate. These simulations are generated from the manufacturer's hex values and overlaid on grayscale room photos — your screen's calibration, brightness, and viewing angle all affect how they render. Before committing to either color, test physical samples in your own space under the light you actually live with.
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