Benjamin Moore

Boxcar Red

CC-122 / 1204

Boxcar Red is a deep red with dusty orange and brown undertones. With an LRV of 13.23, it is a dark, saturated color that absorbs light. It can be used on accent walls, entryways, or dining rooms where a muted red is needed.

It pairs with Benjamin Moore Simply White and Chantilly Lace for crisp contrast, and with Terra Cotta Tile or Burnt Russet for related warm tones; Weekend Getaway or Silver Marlin can add muted green or gray.

Brand

Benjamin Moore

Code

CC-122 / 1204

Collection

Designer Classics

Boxcar Red in Different Light

Artificial Lighting

Bedroom scene to simulate Benjamin Moore Boxcar Red under artificial light

Natural Lighting

Living room scene to simulate Benjamin Moore Boxcar Red under natural light

Technical Specifications

Undertones

Type

Red

Strength

High

Temperature

warm

Hue Angle

6°

Red Family

Lightness

42%

Medium

Saturation

32%

Moderate

LRV

13.2
0%100%
Very Dark
Dark
Medium
Light
Very Light
White
Color Position
Saturation →
Lightness →

Color Codes

HEX
#8E5049
RGB Decimal
142, 80, 73
RGB Percent
55.7%, 31.4%, 28.6%
HSL
6.1, 32.1%, 42.2%
HSV
6.1, 48.6%, 55.7%
CMYK
0.0%, 43.7%, 48.6%, 44.3%
YIQ
97.7, 39.2, 10.9
XYZ
15.23, 11.97, 7.81
CIE Lab
41.17, 25.15, 15.46
CIE Luv
41.17, 43.51, 13.57
Hunter Lab
34.60, 20.49, 9.70
Decimal
9326665

Coordinating Colors and Color Palettes

Darker Shades

Monochromatic dark

Lighter Shades

Monochromatic light

Complementary

Opposite on color wheel

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