Autumn Russet MQ1-17 is a red paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #A1716D, LRV 21 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Spanish Sherry from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A1716D · MQ1-17
Autumn Russet
21%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Autumn Russet Technical Profile
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Autumn Russet in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Autumn Russet in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrAutumn Russet
Nearly identical
KilzSpanish Sherry
Spanish Sherry
Kilz
Nearly identical
Tea Room
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Cinnamon Diamonds
PPG
Very similar
Summer's Eve
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Summer’s Eve
Vista Paint
Very similar
Homestead Red
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Sumac Berry
Valspar
Very similar
Rose Brocade
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Mocha Red
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Sulking Room Pink
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Pastel Violet
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Autumn Russet
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Autumn Russet
#A1716D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9C85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Autumn Russet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Autumn Russet Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Autumn Russet.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Autumn Russet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Autumn Russet have?
Autumn Russet by Behr has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the red color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Autumn Russet in your own space before committing.
What colors match Autumn Russet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Autumn Russet are Spanish Sherry by Kilz (a near-identical match), Tea Room by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), New England Brown by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Autumn Russet's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Autumn Russet?
Autumn Russet has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 20.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Autumn Russet's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.