Library Red ICC-82 is a red paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #6F4440, LRV 8 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Carriage Door from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #6F4440 · ICC-82
Library Red
8%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Library Red Technical Profile
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Library Red in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Library Red in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrLibrary Red
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsCarriage Door
Carriage Door
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Berry Crush
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Burgundy Wine
PPG
Nearly identical
Sunken Ship
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Berry Crush
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Chestnut
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Rich Leather
Kilz
Very similar
Double Chocolate
Valspar
Very similar
Chestnut Brown
RAL
Very similar
Gayle'S Rouge
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Preference Red
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Library Red
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Library Red
#6F4440
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#88755A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Library Red
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Library Red 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 Library Red.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Library Red — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Library Red have?
Library Red 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 Library Red in your own space before committing.
What colors match Library Red from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Library Red are Carriage Door by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Berry Crush by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Burgundy Wine by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Library Red'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 Library Red?
Library Red has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 7.9, 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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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Library Red's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.