Rich Bordeaux BXC-87 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #3C323D, LRV 6 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Eleanor Ann from Vista Paint (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #3C323D · BXC-87
Rich Bordeaux
6%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Rich Bordeaux Technical Profile
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Rich Bordeaux in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Rich Bordeaux in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
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Very similar
Vista PaintEleanor Ann
Eleanor Ann
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Visible difference
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PPG
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Rich Bordeaux
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Rich Bordeaux
#3C323D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#614154
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Rich Bordeaux
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rich Bordeaux 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 Rich Bordeaux.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Rich Bordeaux — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rich Bordeaux have?
Rich Bordeaux by Behr has a cool (violet) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Rich Bordeaux in your own space before committing.
What colors match Rich Bordeaux from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Rich Bordeaux are Eleanor Ann by Vista Paint (a very close match), Eleanor Ann by Hirshfield's (a very close match), Dark Berry by Vista Paint (a very close match) — the best options for getting Rich Bordeaux'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 Rich Bordeaux?
Rich Bordeaux has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 6.0, 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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Why Rich Bordeaux's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.