Audubon Russet HC-51 is a red paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #AF6C56, LRV 21 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Spicy Twist from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #AF6C56 · HC-51
Audubon Russet
21%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Audubon Russet Technical Profile
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Audubon Russet in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Audubon Russet in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreAudubon Russet
Nearly identical
KilzSpicy Twist
Spicy Twist
Kilz
Nearly identical
Cavern Clay
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Caramel Candy
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Copper Beech
PPG
Nearly identical
Bear Claw
Valspar
Nearly identical
Caramel Candy
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Orange Flambe
Behr
Very similar
Weathered Saddle
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Smoked Copper
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Clay .07
Colorhouse
Very similar
Marmelo
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Audubon Russet
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Audubon Russet
#AF6C56
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AFA483
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for Audubon Russet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Audubon Russet 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 Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Audubon Russet.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Audubon Russet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Audubon Russet have?
Audubon Russet by Benjamin Moore 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 Audubon Russet in your own space before committing.
What colors match Audubon Russet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Audubon Russet are Spicy Twist by Kilz (a near-identical match), Penny Luck by Kilz (a near-identical match), Cavern Clay by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Audubon Russet'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 Audubon Russet?
Audubon Russet has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 20.5, 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 Audubon Russet's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.