Ceramic Brown PPH-71 is a red paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #A05843, LRV 15 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Ancient Copper from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A05843 · PPH-71
Ceramic Brown
15%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Ceramic Brown Technical Profile
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Ceramic Brown in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Ceramic Brown in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrCeramic Brown
Nearly identical
PPGAncient Copper
Ancient Copper
PPG
Nearly identical
Baked Clay
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Autumn Ridge
Kilz
Nearly identical
Coral Red
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Carrot Cake
Vista Paint
Very similar
Rookwood Terra Cotta
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Crimson Glow
Valspar
Very similar
Portsmouth Spice
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Russet Leather
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Picture Gallery Red
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Clay .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Pearl Pink
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ceramic Brown
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ceramic Brown
#A05843
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A8986E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ceramic Brown
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ceramic Brown 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 Ceramic Brown.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Ceramic Brown — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ceramic Brown have?
Ceramic Brown 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 Ceramic Brown in your own space before committing.
What colors match Ceramic Brown from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ceramic Brown are Ancient Copper by PPG (a near-identical match), Rich Clay by PPG (a near-identical match), Baked Clay by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Ceramic Brown'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 Ceramic Brown?
Ceramic Brown has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 14.9, 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 Ceramic Brown's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.