So Merlot PPU1-15 is a red paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #84525B, estimated LRV 12 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Aged Wine from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #84525B · PPU1-15
So Merlot
12%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
So Merlot Technical Profile
HEX Code#84525B
RGB132, 82, 91
Estimated LRV11.7
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyred
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With So Merlot
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
So Merlot
#84525B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9D7C6C
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for So Merlot
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
So Merlot 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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So Merlot — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does So Merlot have?
So Merlot by Behr has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the red 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 So Merlot from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to So Merlot are Aged Wine by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Baked Apples by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Barrett Brick by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting So Merlot'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 So Merlot?
So Merlot has a estimated lightness value of 11.7, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why So Merlot's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.