Umbria Red vs Red Licorice
Umbria Red is a Benjamin Moore color while Red Licorice comes from PPG. Both sit in the pink-red family, which is useful context if you're narrowing within a single hue direction. With LRVs of 12 and 12, they'll behave almost identically in terms of how much light they reflect back into a room. At ΔE 3.1, 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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Umbria Red vs Red Licorice Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Umbria Red on one side and Red Licorice 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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