Tandoori M170-7 is a red paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #BC3A46, LRV 19 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Striking Red from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BC3A46 · M170-7
Tandoori
19%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Tandoori Technical Profile
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Tandoori in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Tandoori in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrTandoori
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsStriking Red
Striking Red
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Cherry Red
PPG
Nearly identical
Precious Peony
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Poppy
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Precious Peony
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Bright Red
Valspar
Very similar
Poppied Red
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Coral Bells
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Romesco
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Atomic Red
Kilz
Very similar
Raspberry Red
RAL
Very similar
Create .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Tandoori
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tandoori
#BC3A46
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B68E73
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tandoori
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tandoori 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 Tandoori.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Tandoori — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tandoori have?
Tandoori 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 Tandoori in your own space before committing.
What colors match Tandoori from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Tandoori are Striking Red by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Cherry Red by PPG (a near-identical match), Precious Peony by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Tandoori'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 Tandoori?
Tandoori has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 19.0, 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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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 Tandoori's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.