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Benjamin Moore Terra Mauve (1205)

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HEX

#B89088

RGB

184, 144, 136

LRV

26

Code

1205

Overview

Benjamin Moore Terra Mauve (1205) is a pink paint color with a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 26. Medium — best for rooms with moderate natural light. This versatile shade works beautifully in bedroom and dining room settings and pairs well with Traditional design styles.

Color Specifications

  • HEX code: #B89088 | RGB: 184, 144, 136
  • Light Reflectance Value (LRV): 26 — Medium — best for rooms with moderate natural light
  • Undertone: Warm red
  • Color family: Pink
  • Best for: bedroom, dining room, study
  • Design styles: Traditional, Mid-Century Modern, Bohemian

Why Choose This Color

  • Terra Mauve is a popular Benjamin Moore colors for interior and exterior projects
  • With an LRV of 26, it provides balanced light reflection
  • The warm red undertone makes it versatile for various design styles
  • Designers frequently recommend Terra Mauve for Traditional aesthetics

How to Use This Color

  1. 1Test Terra Mauve with a sample swatch — colors shift under different lighting
  2. 2Observe at different times: morning (cool light), afternoon (warm), evening (artificial)
  3. 3North-facing rooms appear cooler, south-facing warmer — plan accordingly
  4. 4Pair with lighter trim for contrast
  5. 5Use Benjamin Moore's recommended primer and apply 2 coats for best coverage

Tags

benjamin-moorepinkwarm-redlrv-26bedroomdining-roomstudy

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Benjamin Moore Terra Mauve (1205) is a pink paint color with an LRV of 26, ideal for bedroom and dining room spaces.