Crimson Silk PMD-85 is a red paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #B5413B, estimated LRV 14 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Glitzy Red from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #B5413B · PMD-85
Crimson Silk
14%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Crimson Silk Technical Profile
HEX Code#B5413B
RGB181, 65, 59
Estimated LRV13.9
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyred
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Crimson Silk
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Crimson Silk
#B5413B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B39570
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Crimson Silk
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Crimson Silk 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
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Crimson Silk — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Crimson Silk have?
Crimson Silk by Behr has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the red color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Crimson Silk from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Crimson Silk are Glitzy Red by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Shy Cherry by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Chuckles by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Crimson Silk'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 Crimson Silk?
Crimson Silk has a estimated lightness value of 13.9, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Crimson Silk's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.