Hot Chili S160-5 is a red paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #A96372, estimated LRV 23 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cinnapink from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #A96372 · S160-5
Hot Chili
23%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Hot Chili Technical Profile
HEX Code#A96372
RGB169, 99, 114
Estimated LRV23.0
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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 Hot Chili
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Hot Chili
#A96372
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9085
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Hot Chili
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Hot Chili 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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Hot Chili — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Hot Chili have?
Hot Chili by Behr has a warm (pink) 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 Hot Chili from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Hot Chili are Cinnapink by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Cinnapink by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Pretty Peony by Valspar (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Hot Chili'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 Hot Chili?
Hot Chili has a estimated lightness value of 23.0, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Hot Chili's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.