Red Hot S-G-190 is a red paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #DB2118, LRV 19 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Redstone from Benjamin Moore (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #DB2118 · S-G-190
Red Hot
19%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Red Hot Technical Profile
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Red Hot in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Red Hot in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrRed Hot
Very similar
Benjamin MooreRedstone
Redstone
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Vermilion
RAL
Very similar
Boing!
Vista Paint
Very similar
Steelhead Redd
Valspar
Very similar
Party Time
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Bonfire Flame
Dunn-Edwards
Visible difference
Cayenne
Sherwin-Williams
Visible difference
Petal .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Terracotta
Dutch Boy
Visible difference
Red Geranium
PPG
Visible difference
Atomic Red
Kilz
Visible difference
Romesco
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Red Hot
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Red Hot
#DB2118
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C7985F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Red Hot
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Red Hot 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 Red Hot.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Red Hot — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Red Hot have?
Red Hot 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 Red Hot in your own space before committing.
What colors match Red Hot from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Red Hot are Redstone by Benjamin Moore (a very close match), Vermilion by RAL (a very close match), Vermilion by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting Red Hot'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 Red Hot?
Red Hot has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 19.0, 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 Red Hot's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.