Pompeian Red PPU1-08 is a red paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #915050, LRV 12 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Warm Earth from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #915050 · PPU1-08
Pompeian Red
12%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Pompeian Red Technical Profile
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Pompeian Red in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Pompeian Red in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrPompeian Red
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreWarm Earth
Warm Earth
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Eating Room Red
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Cinnamon Apple
Kilz
Very similar
Tomahawk Red
PPG
Very similar
Muted Red
Valspar
Very similar
Toile Red
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Strattford
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Saddlebag
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Starlet
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Majestic Ridge
Vista Paint
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pompeian Red
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pompeian Red
#915050
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A18A73
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pompeian Red
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pompeian 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 Pompeian 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.
Pompeian Red — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pompeian Red have?
Pompeian 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 Pompeian Red in your own space before committing.
What colors match Pompeian Red from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pompeian Red are Warm Earth by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Eating Room Red by Farrow & Ball (a near-identical match), Tawny Port by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Pompeian 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 Pompeian Red?
Pompeian Red has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 12.3, 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 Pompeian Red's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.