Fire Cracker PPU2-16 is a red paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #A03F39, estimated LRV 11 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Rave Red from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #A03F39 · PPU2-16
Fire Cracker
11%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Fire Cracker Technical Profile
HEX Code#A03F39
RGB160, 63, 57
Estimated LRV11.3
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 Fire Cracker
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Fire Cracker
#A03F39
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A88A64
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Fire Cracker
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Fire Cracker 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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Fire Cracker — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Fire Cracker have?
Fire Cracker 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 Fire Cracker from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Fire Cracker are Rave Red by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Burning Bush by PPG (a close digital match), Tanager by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Fire Cracker'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 Fire Cracker?
Fire Cracker has a estimated lightness value of 11.3, 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 Fire Cracker's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.