Fragrant Cherry PMD-33 is a red paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #8E545C, LRV 13 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Barrett Brick from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8E545C · PMD-33
Fragrant Cherry
13%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Fragrant Cherry Technical Profile
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Fragrant Cherry in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Fragrant Cherry in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrFragrant Cherry
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreBarrett Brick
Barrett Brick
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Pomegranate Punch
PPG
Nearly identical
Muted Red
Valspar
Very similar
Aged Wine
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
In a Maroon Mood
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Prosperity
Vista Paint
Very similar
Flowering Chestnut
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Baked Apples
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Cinnamon Apple
Kilz
Very similar
Eating Room Red
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Fragrant Cherry
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Fragrant Cherry
#8E545C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A28473
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Fragrant Cherry
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Fragrant Cherry 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 Fragrant Cherry.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Fragrant Cherry — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Fragrant Cherry have?
Fragrant Cherry by Behr has a warm (pink) 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 Fragrant Cherry in your own space before committing.
What colors match Fragrant Cherry from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Fragrant Cherry are Barrett Brick by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Cherokee Brick by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Pomegranate Punch by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Fragrant Cherry'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 Fragrant Cherry?
Fragrant Cherry has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 12.9, 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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Related Reading
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 Fragrant Cherry's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.