Torch Red MQ4-35 is a red paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #AB4D3E, estimated LRV 14 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cherry Blink from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #AB4D3E · MQ4-35
Torch Red
14%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Torch Red Technical Profile
HEX Code#AB4D3E
RGB171, 77, 62
Estimated LRV14.3
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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Color Familyred
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Torch Red
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Torch Red
#AB4D3E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AE976E
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Torch Red
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Torch Red 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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Torch Red — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Torch Red have?
Torch Red by Behr has a warm (golden) 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 Torch Red from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Torch Red are Cherry Blink by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Cherry Blink by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Carrot Cake by Hirshfield's (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Torch Red'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 Torch Red?
Torch Red has a estimated lightness value of 14.3, 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 Torch Red's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.