Indian Paint Brush 230B-5 is a red paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #FF8159, estimated LRV 43 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Ballet Cream from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #FF8159 · 230B-5
Indian Paint Brush
43%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Indian Paint Brush Technical Profile
HEX Code#FF8159
RGB255, 129, 89
Estimated LRV43.0
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 Indian Paint Brush
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Indian Paint Brush
#FF8159
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#D6B65C
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Indian Paint Brush
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Indian Paint Brush 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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Indian Paint Brush — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Indian Paint Brush have?
Indian Paint Brush 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 Indian Paint Brush from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Indian Paint Brush are Ballet Cream by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Ballet Cream by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Tangerine Fusion by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting Indian Paint Brush'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 Indian Paint Brush?
Indian Paint Brush has a estimated lightness value of 43.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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