Paint Colour Review: Redend Point by Sherwin Williams
Redend Point was elected Sherwin Williams’ Paint Colour of The Year 2023, and for many reasons. Opinions on this warm colour are mixed but I personally love it. Some people say it’s a dusty pink, others say it’s a pale muted terra cotta. I think Redend Point is a muted brown with pink and orange undertones. This mix of undertones makes it a bit complicated to apply in your home, but after reading this article, you’ll know how and where to use it.
Redend Point’s LRV
LRV (or Light Reflectance Value) is helpful in determining how much light is absorbed or reflected by a paint colour. It is measured on a scale from 0% to 100%, 0% being black and absorbing all light, and 100% being white and reflecting all light. The higher the LRV, the lighter the paint colour.
Redend Point has an LRV of 30 meaning it’s about in the middle of the range. It’s bright enough to reflect a sufficient amount of light in a dark room, and it has enough darkness to hold itself in a bright space.
In a room with cool light, meaning in a north-facing room, a west-facing room in the morning, or an east-facing room in the afternoon, the warmth of Redend Point will balance out those cooler tones. On the contrary, in a room with warmer light such as in a south-facing room, Redend Point will look even warmer which might be too much in some settings.
With Redend Point, lighting conditions as well as adjacent colours can influence how it looks in different areas of your home. Remember to always test paint swatches and consider the overall mood and desired ambiance you want to create in each room.
What colour to choose for your trims?
Because of Redend Point’s pink and orange undertones, not all whites will work for trims and ceilings, especially not whites with yellow undertones (which is most of them). Instead, you want to make sure you’re using a white with barely any undertones. I recommend you try Pure White by Sherwin Williams, or Simply White and Chantilly Lace from Benjamin Moore.
What coordinating colours to choose?
When it comes to coordinating colours with Redend Point, try the following:
Similar hues with pinkish undertones: Redend Point works beautifully with other colours with similar warm undertones to create a harmonious, cohesive, and serene ambiance. Consider pairing it with Malted Milk or Hushed Auburn.
Beige and Taupe: Redend Point can be combined with warm beige and taupe colours to create an elegant and contemporary look. Pair it with Foothills or Cool Beige.
Greys and Browns: For a warm and nature-inspired aesthetic, consider incorporating grey or brown tones with Redend Point, such as Urbane Bronze and Sable. These colours create a cozy and inviting ambiance that pairs well with Redend Point's warm undertones.
Greens: Consider pairing Redend Point with muted sage greens like Evergreen Fog to add contrast and depth to the space.
Where can you use Redend Point in the house?
I wouldn’t say you can use Redend Point everywhere in your house. I think it looks best on walls, especially on a feature/accent wall paired with a nice neutral beige. It’s a great colour for a bedroom to create a relaxing and serene atmosphere.
It can also look great on cabinets to the condition that it is paired with the right countertop and tile colour.
Conclusion
Overall, Redend Point is definitely a paint colour you can consider for interior decorating. Its soft and inviting nature makes it an excellent option to create a calm and relaxing atmosphere.
Not sure what colours to choose for your home? Be sure to get in touch, I would love to help you transform your home into a space where you feel serene and at peace.
Thank you for reading,
Happy decorating,
Manon xx
