Red Pepper PPU2-02 is a red paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #7A3F39, LRV 8 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Palace Arms Red from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #7A3F39 · PPU2-02
Red Pepper
8%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Red Pepper Technical Profile
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Red Pepper in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Red Pepper in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrRed Pepper
Nearly identical
Benjamin MoorePalace Arms Red
Palace Arms Red
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Sweet Spiceberry
PPG
Nearly identical
Red Barn
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Shaker Red
Vista Paint
Very similar
Shakker Red
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Rich Leather
Kilz
Very similar
Rocky Mountain Red
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Red Farmhouse
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Posh Red
Valspar
Very similar
Chestnut Brown
RAL
Visible difference
Clay .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Eating Room Red
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Red Pepper
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Red Pepper
#7A3F39
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8C785A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Red Pepper
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Red Pepper 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 Pepper.
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 Pepper — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Red Pepper have?
Red Pepper 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 Pepper in your own space before committing.
What colors match Red Pepper from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Red Pepper are Palace Arms Red by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Sundried Tomato by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Parisian Redreg by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Red Pepper'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 Pepper?
Red Pepper has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 8.0, 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 Pepper's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.