Rosy Copper HDC-WR16-02 is a red paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #CF8974, LRV 32 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Calmed Coral from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CF8974 · HDC-WR16-02
Rosy Copper
32%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Rosy Copper Technical Profile
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Rosy Copper in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Rosy Copper in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrRosy Copper
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyCalmed Coral
Calmed Coral
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Terra Earth
Valspar
Nearly identical
Baked Terra Cotta
Kilz
Nearly identical
Peaches N Cream
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Orange Essential
PPG
Very similar
Secluded Canyon
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Constant Coral
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Graceful Ballerina
Vista Paint
Very similar
Simmering Ridge
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Red Earth
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Beige Red
RAL
Very similar
Clay .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Rosy Copper
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Rosy Copper
#CF8974
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B7A77B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Rosy Copper
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rosy Copper 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 Rosy Copper.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Rosy Copper — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rosy Copper have?
Rosy Copper 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 Rosy Copper in your own space before committing.
What colors match Rosy Copper from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Rosy Copper are Calmed Coral by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Terra Earth by Valspar (a near-identical match), Baked Terra Cotta by Kilz (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Rosy Copper'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 Rosy Copper?
Rosy Copper has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 32.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural 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 Rosy Copper's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.