Kalahari Sunset MQ1-25 is a red paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #9E5543, estimated 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.
Behr · #9E5543 · MQ1-25
Kalahari Sunset
14%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Kalahari Sunset Technical Profile
HEX Code#9E5543
RGB158, 85, 67
Estimated LRV14.2
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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Color Familyred
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Kalahari Sunset
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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
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Kalahari Sunset from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Kalahari Sunset are Autumn Ridge by Kilz (a close digital match), Baked Clay by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Ancient Copper by PPG (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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