High Drama by Behr paint color

Behr · #993542 · UL100-5

High Drama

10%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone

High Drama UL100-5 is a red paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #993542, estimated LRV 10 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Radiant Raspberry from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.

High Drama Technical Profile

HEX Code#993542
RGB153, 53, 66
Estimated LRV9.7
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 High Drama

These are generated digital colors, not named manufacturer paints. Use the palette tools to find paint candidates, then compare physical samples.

Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall

Living room with applied paint colors

Side Walls

High Drama

#993542

Accent Wall

Tonal Shift

A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.

#A5775C

Trim & Molding

Digital white

Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.

#FFFFFF

Color Palettes for High Drama

Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.

Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast

High Drama 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 High Drama.

More red colors from other brands

Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.

High Drama — Frequently Asked Questions

What undertone does High Drama have?
High Drama 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 High Drama from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to High Drama are Radiant Raspberry by Kilz (a close digital match), Romp by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Vintage Red by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting High Drama'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 High Drama?
High Drama has a estimated lightness value of 9.7, 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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