Currant Jam ICC-83 is a red paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #884A50, estimated LRV 11 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cordial from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #884A50 · ICC-83
Currant Jam
11%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Currant Jam Technical Profile
HEX Code#884A50
RGB136, 74, 80
Estimated LRV10.7
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 Currant Jam
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Currant Jam
#884A50
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9B7E6A
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Currant Jam
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Currant Jam 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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Currant Jam — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Currant Jam have?
Currant Jam 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 Currant Jam from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Currant Jam are Cordial by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Tomahawk Red by PPG (a close digital match), Starlet by Hirshfield's (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Currant Jam'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 Currant Jam?
Currant Jam has a estimated lightness value of 10.7, 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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