Circus Red M140-6 is a pink paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #8B2B4E, LRV 12 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dark Burgundy Wine from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8B2B4E · M140-6
Circus Red
12%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Circus Red Technical Profile
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Circus Red in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Circus Red in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrCircus Red
Nearly identical
Vista PaintDark Burgundy Wine
Dark Burgundy Wine
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Crushed Velvet
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Scarlet Apple
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Satin Flower
Kilz
Very similar
Forward Fuchsia
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Forward Fuchsia
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Bridesmaid
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Perfect Pout
Valspar
Very similar
Magenta
PPG
Very similar
Red Violet
RAL
Visible difference
Petal .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Circus Red
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Circus Red
#8B2B4E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#995A50
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Circus Red
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Circus Red 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 Circus Red.
More pink colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the pink family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Circus Red — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Circus Red have?
Circus Red by Behr has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the pink color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Circus Red in your own space before committing.
What colors match Circus Red from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Circus Red are Dark Burgundy Wine by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Crushed Velvet by Benjamin Moore (a very close match), Scarlet Apple by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match) — the best options for getting Circus Red'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 Circus Red?
Circus Red has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 12.0, 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 Circus Red's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.