Ref. #B0645A · HDC-WR15-7
Preserved Petals
19%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Preserved Petals Technical Profile
What color is Preserved Petals? It's a deep warm red with the hex code #B0645A. Colors similar to Preserved Petals include Sherwin-Williams Henna Shade, Vista Paint Ginger Jar, Benjamin Moore Potters Wheel. Preserved Petals has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 19, Preserved Petals creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with creamy off-whites like Alabaster for trim, walnut or cherry hardwoods, and brass hardware — the warmth keeps reds from feeling clinical. Deep forest green or navy work as bold accent walls. Reds intensify under 2700K-3000K warm bulbs, deepening into wine territory. Under 4000K+ cool LEDs they can read pinker or slightly washed — sample under your actual room lighting before committing.
Colors Similar to Preserved Petals
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Henna Shade
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Ginger Jar
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Potters Wheel
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Wright Deep Rust
PPG
Nearly identical
Redwood City
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Angelic Choir
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Sedona Mountains
Kilz
Nearly identical
Fire Coral
MPC
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Preserved Petals
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Preserved Petals
#B0645A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AF9E83
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Preserved Petals
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Preserved Petals 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 Preserved Petals.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Preserved Petals — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Preserved Petals have?
Preserved Petals by Behr has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the red color family.
What colors match Preserved Petals from other brands?
The closest matches are Henna Shade by Sherwin-Williams (#B3675D), Ginger Jar by Vista Paint (#B5665B), Potters Wheel by Benjamin Moore (#AF685F). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Preserved Petals?
Preserved Petals has an LRV of 19.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Preserved Petals's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.