ComparisonComparisonBenjamin Moore 2005-20 and Kilz TB-97, ΔE 3.86 apart
Benjamin Moore Hot Apple Spice (2005-20) and Kilz Haute Red (TB-97) measure a delta-E of 3.86 apart. Hot Apple Spice is 2 LRV points lighter, which is the difference you notice first. Haute Red holds more color, chroma 36.3 against 33.6, so it grays out less in dim light. These read as related but distinct. Sample both before committing. If you need the Haute Red depth in Benjamin Moore's line, start from its LRV of 8.0 rather than matching by name.
Benjamin Moore Hot Apple Spice and Kilz Haute Red are delta-E 3.86 apart - a difference that shows up on a wall, not just side by side on two chips.
The measured color distance between Benjamin Moore Hot Apple Spice and Kilz Haute Red is delta-E 3.86.
Benjamin Moore Hot Apple Spice is lighter than Kilz Haute Red by 2 points of light reflectance (LRV).
| Hot Apple Spice | Haute Red | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Benjamin Moore | Kilz |
| Code | 2005-20 | TB-97 |
| Hex | #8A453E | #8B3F3D |
| Light reflectance | 10.0 | 8.0 |
| Undertone | red | red |
| Chroma | 33.6 | 36.3 |
| Hue angle | 31.7° | 27.6° |
| Color family | red | red |