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Authentic Pink

Benjamin Moore · 2006-60

The Analysis

Authentic Pink is a mid-tone pigment that adds significant warmth without being overwhelming. With an LRV of 65.17, it reflects a healthy amount of light, which helps smaller rooms feel more open and less confined.

This is a versatile color that functions well as a main wall shade in spaces like bedrooms or offices. It works best when you want to add personality to a room without committing to a high-saturation primary color.

LRV 65

History & Origin

This shade leans modern, avoiding the dusty or faded quality found in older, period-specific pinks. It offers a contemporary, crisp look that feels intentional in current interior design trends.

Undertonewarm-red
FamilyRed

How to Use It

Pair this with light oak wood tones to keep it soft, or use matte black hardware to add a sharp, professional contrast. It excels in rooms where you want a clean aesthetic, such as bathrooms, entryways, or creative studios.

The Mood

Living with this shade feels intentional and clean rather than overly sweet. It provides a balanced, steady energy that feels welcoming in the morning but settles into a grounded, warm tone by evening.

Colour harmonies

Complementary

Opposite on the colour wheel — bold, high-contrast pairings. Use for a feature wall or furniture you want to command attention.

Analogous

Neighbouring hues — cohesive and calm, great for layered schemes that feel collected rather than matched.

Split complementary

Near-opposites for strong contrast with a little less tension than a pure complement. A favourite of interior designers.

Triadic

Three evenly spaced hues — balanced, vibrant, and versatile. Keep one dominant and use the others sparingly.

Tetradic (square)

Four hues in a square on the wheel — rich, dynamic palettes. Best when one colour leads and the others accent.

Monochromatic

Dark, mid, and light steps on the same hue — a failsafe gradient for trim, walls, and accents without shifting colour family.

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Lighting

See how this colour shifts across natural and artificial light conditions.

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