Kalahari Sunset MQ1-25 is a red paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #9E5543, LRV 14 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Autumn Ridge from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9E5543 · MQ1-25
Kalahari Sunset
14%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Kalahari Sunset Technical Profile
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Kalahari Sunset in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Kalahari Sunset in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrKalahari Sunset
Nearly identical
KilzAutumn Ridge
Autumn Ridge
Kilz
Nearly identical
Baked Clay
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Ancient Copper
PPG
Nearly identical
Carrot Cake
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Carrot Cake
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Crimson Glow
Valspar
Very similar
Russet Leather
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Arizona Sun
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Picture Gallery Red
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Sierra Redwood
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Clay .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Pearl Pink
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Kalahari Sunset
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Kalahari Sunset
#9E5543
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A6956E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for Kalahari Sunset
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Kalahari Sunset 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 Kalahari Sunset.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Kalahari Sunset — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Kalahari Sunset have?
Kalahari Sunset 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 Kalahari Sunset in your own space before committing.
What colors match Kalahari Sunset from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Kalahari Sunset are Autumn Ridge by Kilz (a near-identical match), Baked Clay by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Ancient Copper by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Kalahari Sunset'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 Kalahari Sunset?
Kalahari Sunset has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 14.2, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Kalahari Sunset's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.