Heritage Red

The Basics

What are people saying about this color?

Recently, I had my front door freshened up with a new coat of paint. ... I stayed with my beloved, Benjamin Moore Heritage Red. I still love that color for a front door.

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What a beauty! Using rich hues like Heritage Red HC-181 can inspire strength, happiness, and confidence ❤️

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Also known as Heritage Red HC-181. An expressive shade, this more playful red infuses any space with energy and personality. (Editor's note: we don't personally find this red playful, but we respect BM's point of view here!)

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What kind of spaces does it work best in?

Front doors, dining rooms, exteriors, furniture.

Where could you expect to see it?

This is the proud red of firehouses, country home shutters, front doors, and Santa Claus. With "heritage" in the name, you know it's beyond classic.

Who shouldn't pick this color?

It would be hard to take this color in a contemporary or creative direction, or to use it with a sense of humor. This is a serious and honorable red.

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What's the LRV?

8.36. LRV measures the Light Reflectance Value, meaning the percentage of light (0-100) that bounces off a surface. 100 being purest white and 0 being purest black. Like other reds, Heritage Red has a low LRV, meaning it reflects a low amount of light.

Does it work as an exterior color?

Yes, it's a classic choice for front doors, exteriors, and window frames.

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