Rule Breaker MQ1-01 is a red paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #774E55, LRV 10 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Madder from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #774E55 · MQ1-01
Rule Breaker
10%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Rule Breaker Technical Profile
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Rule Breaker in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Rule Breaker in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrRule Breaker
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sMadder
Madder
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Stoic
Valspar
Nearly identical
Evolution
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
New London Burgundy
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Christopher'S Burgundy
PPG
Very similar
Burnt Crimson
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Cranberry Spice
Kilz
Very similar
Alaea
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Strawberry Shade
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Preference Red
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Wood .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Rule Breaker
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Rule Breaker
#774E55
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#957463
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Rule Breaker
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rule Breaker 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 Rule Breaker.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Rule Breaker — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rule Breaker have?
Rule Breaker by Behr has a warm (pink) 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 Rule Breaker in your own space before committing.
What colors match Rule Breaker from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Rule Breaker are Madder by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Stoic by Valspar (a near-identical match), Evolution by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Rule Breaker'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 Rule Breaker?
Rule Breaker has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 10.0, 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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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 Rule Breaker's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.