Cherry Bark ECC-15-3 is a red paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #804642, LRV 9 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Colonial Red from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #804642 · ECC-15-3
Cherry Bark
9%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Cherry Bark Technical Profile
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Cherry Bark in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Cherry Bark in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrCherry Bark
Nearly identical
PPGColonial Red
Colonial Red
PPG
Nearly identical
Shakker Red
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Richardson Brick
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Spiced Berry
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Sweet Rosy Brown
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Rich Leather
Kilz
Nearly identical
Red Barn
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Gayle'S Rouge
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Perennial Red
Valspar
Very similar
Eating Room Red
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Chestnut Brown
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cherry Bark
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cherry Bark
#804642
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#937E62
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cherry Bark
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cherry Bark 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 Cherry Bark.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cherry Bark — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cherry Bark have?
Cherry Bark 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 Cherry Bark in your own space before committing.
What colors match Cherry Bark from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cherry Bark are Colonial Red by PPG (a near-identical match), Shakker Red by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Richardson Brick by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Cherry Bark'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 Cherry Bark?
Cherry Bark has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 9.4, 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 Cherry Bark's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.