Falling Leaves S-H-240 is a red paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #A3391E, LRV 16 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cottage Red from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A3391E · S-H-240
Falling Leaves
16%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Falling Leaves Technical Profile
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Falling Leaves in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Falling Leaves in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrFalling Leaves
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyCottage Red
Cottage Red
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Merlot Red
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Flame Red
RAL
Very similar
High Society
Vista Paint
Very similar
Brick Paver
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Fahrenheit
Kilz
Visible difference
Sun's Rage
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Red Maple
Valspar
Visible difference
Create .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Red Revival
Dunn-Edwards
Visible difference
Rum Raisin
PPG
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Falling Leaves
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Falling Leaves
#A3391E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AC8E48
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Falling Leaves
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Falling Leaves 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 Falling Leaves.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Falling Leaves — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Falling Leaves have?
Falling Leaves 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 Falling Leaves in your own space before committing.
What colors match Falling Leaves from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Falling Leaves are Cottage Red by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Ghost Chili by Dutch Boy (a very close match), Merlot Red by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting Falling Leaves'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 Falling Leaves?
Falling Leaves has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 16.0, 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 Falling Leaves's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.