Ref. #905859 · MQ1-16
Carpe Diem
14%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Carpe Diem Technical Profile
What color is Carpe Diem? It's a deep warm red with the hex code #905859. Colors similar to Carpe Diem include PPG Barn Door, Benjamin Moore Tawny Port, Valspar Muted Red. Carpe Diem has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 14, Carpe Diem creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with creamy off-whites like Alabaster for trim, walnut or cherry hardwoods, and brass hardware — the warmth keeps reds from feeling clinical. Deep forest green or navy work as bold accent walls. Reds intensify under 2700K-3000K warm bulbs, deepening into wine territory. Under 4000K+ cool LEDs they can read pinker or slightly washed — sample under your actual room lighting before committing.
Colors Similar to Carpe Diem
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Barn Door
PPG
Nearly identical
Tawny Port
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Muted Red
Valspar
Nearly identical
Flowering Chestnut
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Flowering Chestnut
Vista Paint
Very similar
Antique Garnet
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Rambling Rose
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Eating Room Red
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Carpe Diem
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Carpe Diem
#905859
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A48D77
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Carpe Diem
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Carpe Diem 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 Carpe Diem.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Carpe Diem — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Carpe Diem have?
Carpe Diem by Behr has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the red color family.
What colors match Carpe Diem from other brands?
The closest matches are Barn Door by PPG (#8E5959), Tawny Port by Benjamin Moore (#915556), Muted Red by Valspar (#925559). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Carpe Diem?
Carpe Diem has an LRV of 13.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Carpe Diem's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.