Firecracker 150B-6 is a red paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #E8325E, LRV 24 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cranberry Splash from PPG (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #E8325E · 150B-6
Firecracker
24%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Firecracker Technical Profile
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Firecracker in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Firecracker in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrFirecracker
Very similar
PPGCranberry Splash
Cranberry Splash
PPG
Very similar
Berrylicious
Valspar
Very similar
Rosy Cheeks
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Red Tulip
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Heart to Heart
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Eros Pink
Sherwin-Williams
Visible difference
Heart to Heart
Vista Paint
Visible difference
Ibis Pink
Kilz
Visible difference
Rose
RAL
Visible difference
Pinked Azalea
Dutch Boy
Visible difference
Romesco
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Firecracker
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Firecracker
#E8325E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#CA8168
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Firecracker
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Firecracker 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 Firecracker.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Firecracker — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Firecracker have?
Firecracker 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 Firecracker in your own space before committing.
What colors match Firecracker from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Firecracker are Cranberry Splash by PPG (a very close match), Berrylicious by Valspar (a very close match), Rosy Cheeks by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match) — the best options for getting Firecracker'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 Firecracker?
Firecracker has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 24.0, 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 Firecracker's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.