Scarlet BXC-03 is a pink paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #A1153E, estimated LRV 12 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cherry Burst from Benjamin Moore (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #A1153E · BXC-03
Scarlet
12%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Scarlet Technical Profile
HEX Code#A1153E
RGB161, 21, 62
Estimated LRV12.0
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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Color Familypink
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Scarlet
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Scarlet
#A1153E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AA553F
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Scarlet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Scarlet 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
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Scarlet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Scarlet have?
Scarlet by Behr has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the pink color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Scarlet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Scarlet are Cherry Burst by Benjamin Moore (a very close match), Velvet Cake by Hirshfield's (a very close match), Velvet Cake by Vista Paint (a very close match) — the best options for getting Scarlet'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 Scarlet?
Scarlet has a estimated lightness value of 12.0, 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 Scarlet's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.