Head-to-Head Dupe Analysis73.6% Match SimilaritySave $63 / Gallon
Farrow & Ball Cinder Rose
vs Sherwin-Williams Redend Point
Looking for a cheap equivalent to Cinder Rose (No. 267)? Here is the scientific comparison, spectrophotometric ΔE score, and exact formula to get this mixed at Home Depot.
โ๏ธ Side-by-Side Visual Comparison
Notice how the human eye perceives both shades under identical D65 daylight.
ΔE: 6.26
Original (luxury)$145/gal
Cinder Rose
Farrow & Ball (No. 267)
HEX: #C3A6A0 โข LRV: 38
Budget Dupe (premium)$82/gal
Redend Point
Sherwin-Williams (SW 9081)
HEX: #AE988D โข LRV: 30
๐ฏ Editorial Verdict:"Good Coordinating Alternative"
Light Reflectance difference is only 8%. Once painted across an entire room, natural light bounce creates identical atmosphere.
Cost Difference
Save $63/gal (43%)
Technical Specification Comparison
Objective measurements recorded under standard CIE D65 illuminant.
| Metric | Farrow & Ball Cinder Rose | Sherwin-Williams Redend Point | Difference / Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hexadecimal Code | #C3A6A0 | #AE988D | ΔE 6.26 |
| sRGB Coordinates | 195, 166, 160 | 174, 152, 141 | Near-parallel chromaticity |
| LRV (Light Reflectance) | 38% | 30% | Only 8% variance |
| Dominant Undertones | Dusky Rose, Ash Pink, Plaster Blush | Blush Beige, Terracotta Nude, Warm Clay | Complementary tones |
| Price Per Gallon (MSRP) | $145 | $82 | Save $63/gal |
| Whole House Cost (10 gal) | $1450 | $820 | Save $630 Total! |
๐ How to Order this Dupe at Home Depot
Copy and present this exact prompt to the paint counter technician.
"Hi, I would like 1 gallon of Sherwin-Williams Marquee/Premium tinted to Redend Point (SW 9081). This is a verified match for Farrow & Ball Cinder Rose (No. 267)."