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Royal Flush

Benjamin Moore · 2076-20

The Analysis

Royal Flush is a deep, saturated magenta that absorbs a significant amount of light due to its low LRV of 10.94. Because it is so dark, it will make a room feel smaller and more intimate, acting like a cocoon rather than an airy or expansive space.

This is strictly a bold accent colour or a tool for 'colour drenching' a small space. It is too intense for a neutral background and works best when used to highlight architectural features or cabinetry.

LRV 11

History & Origin

While it draws from the rich, saturated tones of Victorian parlors, it feels firmly modern and playful. It avoids looking dated by pairing perfectly with contemporary geometric shapes and clean lines.

Undertonewarm-red
FamilyRed

How to Use It

Use this in small rooms like a powder room or as an accent on built-in shelving. Pair it with warm brass hardware to bring out its glow, or matte black fixtures to ground its intensity and make it look sophisticated.

The Mood

This is a bold, high-energy colour that feels stimulating rather than restful. Living with it daily provides a strong sense of personality and drama, making it a great choice for rooms meant for socializing rather than quiet relaxation.

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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