LRV (Light Reflectance Value) is published by Benjamin Moore for every color and indicates how much light a shade reflects. Use this comparison to shortlist before ordering samples.
- First Light 2102-70 (LRV ~77): soft blush, best for bedrooms and living rooms.
- Pink Bliss 2093-70 (LRV ~82): pale blush, best for nurseries and dressing rooms.
- Opal OC-73 (LRV ~76): warm off-white, best for whole-house use and trim.
- Touch of Pink 2008-70 (LRV ~80): dreamy blush, best for bedrooms and nurseries.
- Authentic Pink 2006-60 (LRV ~50): dusty rose, best for dining rooms and libraries.
- Pleasant Pink 2094-60 (LRV ~50): warm coral lean, best for living rooms and bedrooms.
- Texas Rose 2092-40 (LRV ~25): burnished rose, best for dining rooms and primary bedrooms.
- Wild Pink 2080-40 (LRV ~22): saturated mid-tone, best for statement walls.
- Pink Begonia 2078-50 (LRV ~35): crisp clean pink, best for powder rooms and accents.
- Hot Lips 2077-30 (LRV ~20): saturated pink, best for powder rooms and ceilings.
Blush Pink for Calm, Modern Rooms
Light pink paint and blush pinks read almost as warm off-whites with a hint of color. First Light 2102-70 (Benjamin Moore's 2020 Color of the Year) is the most-requested choice for adult bedrooms because its brown undertone reads mature rather than sweet. Pink Bliss 2093-70 has the highest LRV of the popular pinks. Opal OC-73, from the Off-White Collection, offers the gentlest hint of color. These pale pinks bounce warm light onto skin, which is why they have become favorites in bathrooms, dressing rooms, and bedrooms used in the morning.
Dusty Pink, Mauve, and Plaster Walls
Mid-tone dusty pinks lean mauve or terracotta. Authentic Pink 2006-60 and Texas Rose 2092-40 deliver the slightly aged, lived-in quality of old-world Italian plaster. For a true plaster pink look, choose a flat or matte finish in Benjamin Moore Aura, which delivers the closest plaster-like depth right out of the can. These shades work brilliantly in dining rooms, libraries, and primary bedrooms where you want warmth and intention without going bold. Plaster pink walls have become one of the most-photographed looks in design publications over the past few years.
Bold Pinks for Statement Walls
For statement spaces, Hot Lips 2077-30, Pink Begonia 2078-50, Wild Pink 2080-40, and Razzle Dazzle 1348 deliver saturated, jewel-box character. Small powder rooms are the safest place to commit fully, since the small footprint lets the color sing. Exotic Fuchsia 2074-50 brings a vibrant pinkish-purple energy when you want tropical drama.
Pink Paint Undertones at a Glance
Pink paint can lean four different ways. Identifying the undertone you want, and matching it to the wood, stone, and fabric already in your room, is what separates a successful pick from a costly repaint.
- Peach-leaning: reads as warm blush and soft cream. Best picks: First Light 2102-70 and Opal OC-73. Pairs with warm whites, brass, and oak.
- Mauve-leaning: reads as dusty and plaster-like. Best picks: Authentic Pink 2006-60 and Pleasant Pink 2094-60. Pairs with sage, warm gray, and walnut.
- Red-leaning: reads as burnished rose and terracotta-pink. Best picks: Texas Rose 2092-40 and Wild Pink 2080-40. Pairs with navy, dark wood, and brass.
- Cool-leaning: reads as crisp, fresh, true pink. Best picks: Pink Begonia 2078-50 and Pink Bliss 2093-70. Pairs with cool whites, gray, and chrome.
Pairing Pink
- Trim (warm white): White Dove OC-17, Simply White OC-117, Swiss Coffee OC-45.
- Complementary walls: Saybrook Sage HC-114, Hale Navy HC-154, Tate Olive HC-112.
- Warm neutrals: Revere Pewter HC-172, Edgecomb Gray HC-173.
- Drama partner: Gentleman's Gray 2062-20, Bittersweet Chocolate 2114-10.
- Earthy partner: Audubon Russet HC-51, Shaker Beige HC-45.
Brass, copper, walnut, and oak all flatter pink. Stainless steel and chrome can feel cold next to pink, so account for fixtures before committing.
Color Desk Tip
Pink shifts dramatically across daylight. The same shade can read peach in morning light, mauve in afternoon, and almost gray under cool LEDs. Warm-white LEDs (2700K) flatter pink; cool-white LEDs (4000K and above) can drain the warmth. Always order a sample and view at morning, midday, evening, and under your usual evening bulbs. Call our color desk at 248.598.0311 to shortlist three options before ordering.
Finish Recommendations
Pink looks best in matte or eggshell, which gives the color a velvety, plaster-like quality. Use Aura for the dusty mid-tones where richness matters most. Regal Select handles everyday bedrooms and living rooms. For nurseries, Eco Spec lets you paint and reoccupy quickly. ADVANCE waterborne alkyd is right for pink-painted built-ins, doors, or cabinetry where you need a hard, level finish. For bathrooms, Aura Bath & Spa resists humidity and mildew while preserving pink's softness.
Order Samples Before You Buy
Every Benjamin Moore pink in this collection is available in 8x9 samples and pint sizes. Samples ship via UPS to anywhere in the country, or pick up same-day from our Shelby Township, Rochester Hills, or Macomb stores. Bulk orders of 48+ gallons qualify for additional contractor pricing and drop-shipping to a job site.
About Paint Outlets
Paint Outlets is a Benjamin Moore authorized dealer with three Michigan locations in Shelby Township, Rochester Hills, and Macomb. We stock the full Benjamin Moore color library across Aura, Regal Select, ADVANCE, ben, Eco Spec, Aura Bath & Spa, and SCUFF-X. Our color desk staff are trained on Benjamin Moore's Gennex Color Technology and the Color Preview, Historical, Classics, Affinity, and Off-White Collections. We ship samples nationwide via UPS and offer same-day pickup at all three stores.
Shop Benjamin Moore Pink Paint at Paint Outlets
Paint Outlets stocks the full Benjamin Moore pink palette across Aura, Regal Select, ADVANCE, ben, and Eco Spec. Order samples online for shipping anywhere, or visit our Shelby Township, Rochester Hills, or Macomb stores for same-day pickup. Call our color desk at 248.598.0311 for help shortlisting pinks, or browse the homepage to explore the full range.
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