Persimmon Red HDC-CL-09 is a red paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #A74C4B, estimated LRV 14 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pasadena Rose from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #A74C4B · HDC-CL-09
Persimmon Red
14%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Persimmon Red Technical Profile
HEX Code#A74C4B
RGB167, 76, 75
Estimated LRV13.9
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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Color Familyred
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Persimmon Red
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Persimmon Red
#A74C4B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AB937A
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Persimmon Red
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Persimmon 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
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Persimmon Red — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Persimmon Red have?
Persimmon Red 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 Persimmon Red from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Persimmon Red are Pasadena Rose by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Crushed Tomatoes by PPG (a close digital match), Red Rainboot by Dutch Boy (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Persimmon 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 Persimmon Red?
Persimmon Red has a estimated lightness value of 13.9, 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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