Ref. #A6665A · CW-235
Brickyard Clay
18%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Brickyard Clay Technical Profile
What color is Brickyard Clay? It's a deep warm red with the hex code #A6665A. Colors similar to Brickyard Clay include Behr Sun Baked Earth, MPC Cuivre Red Met., PPG Wright Deep Rust. Brickyard Clay has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 18, Brickyard Clay creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with creamy off-whites like Alabaster for trim, walnut or cherry hardwoods, and brass hardware — the warmth keeps reds from feeling clinical. Deep forest green or navy work as bold accent walls. Reds intensify under 2700K-3000K warm bulbs, deepening into wine territory. Under 4000K+ cool LEDs they can read pinker or slightly washed — sample under your actual room lighting before committing.
Colors Similar to Brickyard Clay
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Brickyard Clay
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Brickyard Clay
#A6665A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9F85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Brickyard Clay
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Brickyard Clay 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 Brickyard Clay.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Brickyard Clay — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Brickyard Clay have?
Brickyard Clay by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the red color family.
What colors match Brickyard Clay from other brands?
The closest matches are Sun Baked Earth by Behr (#A36559), Cuivre Red Met. by MPC (#AA6A60), Wright Deep Rust by PPG (#AE6456). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Brickyard Clay?
Brickyard Clay has an LRV of 18.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Brickyard Clay's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.