Poinsettia 150B-7 is a red paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #C6142E, LRV 15 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Movie Star from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C6142E · 150B-7
Poinsettia
15%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Poinsettia Technical Profile
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Poinsettia in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Poinsettia in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrPoinsettia
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sMovie Star
Movie Star
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Raspberry Red
RAL
Nearly identical
Movie Star
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Real Red
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Neon Red
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Hot Jazz
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Atomic Red
Kilz
Very similar
Poppied Red
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Create .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Red Geranium
PPG
Very similar
Très Bien
Valspar
Visible difference
Romesco
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Poinsettia
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Poinsettia
#C6142E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C2754B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Poinsettia
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Poinsettia 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 Poinsettia.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Poinsettia — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Poinsettia have?
Poinsettia 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 Poinsettia in your own space before committing.
What colors match Poinsettia from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Poinsettia are Movie Star by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Raspberry Red by RAL (a near-identical match), Movie Star by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Poinsettia'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 Poinsettia?
Poinsettia has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 15.0, 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 Poinsettia's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.