California Poppy S-G-160 is a red paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #A4102D, LRV 9 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Flamenco from Benjamin Moore (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A4102D · S-G-160
California Poppy
9%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
California Poppy Technical Profile
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California Poppy in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to California Poppy in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrCalifornia Poppy
Very similar
Benjamin MooreFlamenco
Flamenco
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Show Stopper
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Siren
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Siren
Vista Paint
Very similar
Create .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
International Red
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Très Bien
Valspar
Very similar
Ruby Red
RAL
Very similar
Rapture Red
PPG
Very similar
Red-Y for Fun
Dunn-Edwards
Visible difference
Kabuki
Kilz
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With California Poppy
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
California Poppy
#A4102D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AC5D3B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for California Poppy
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
California Poppy 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 California Poppy.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
California Poppy — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does California Poppy have?
California Poppy 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 California Poppy in your own space before committing.
What colors match California Poppy from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to California Poppy are Flamenco by Benjamin Moore (a very close match), Show Stopper by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match), Siren by Hirshfield's (a very close match) — the best options for getting California Poppy'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 California Poppy?
California Poppy has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 8.5, 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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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 California Poppy's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.