Rust MQ1-20 is a red paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #895B54, LRV 13 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Raspberry Truffle from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #895B54 · MQ1-20
Rust
13%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Rust Technical Profile
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Rust in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Rust in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrRust
Nearly identical
PPGRaspberry Truffle
Raspberry Truffle
PPG
Nearly identical
Liberty
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Canyon Clay
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Garrison Red
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Liberty
Vista Paint
Very similar
Earth Rouge
Valspar
Very similar
Copper Mining
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Strattford
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Etruscan Red
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Australian Shiraz
Kilz
Very similar
Clay .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Rust
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Rust
#895B54
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A08E70
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Rust
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rust 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 Rust.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Rust — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rust have?
Rust 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 Rust in your own space before committing.
What colors match Rust from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Rust are Raspberry Truffle by PPG (a near-identical match), Liberty by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Canyon Clay by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Rust'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 Rust?
Rust has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 13.4, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Rust's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.