Burnt Russet 042 is a red paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #894E46, LRV 11 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Savanna from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #894E46 · 042
Burnt Russet
11%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Burnt Russet Technical Profile
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Burnt Russet in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Burnt 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 MooreBurnt Russet
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sSavanna
Savanna
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Spice
Behr
Nearly identical
Quintessential
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Remember Me Red
Valspar
Nearly identical
Spice of Life
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Baked Bean
PPG
Very similar
Toile Red
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Strattford
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Eating Room Red
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Rich Leather
Kilz
Very similar
Clay .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Burnt Russet
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Burnt Russet
#894E46
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9A8768
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Burnt Russet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Burnt 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 Burnt 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.
Burnt Russet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Burnt Russet have?
Burnt 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 Burnt Russet in your own space before committing.
What colors match Burnt Russet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Burnt Russet are Savanna by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Quintessential by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Spice by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Burnt 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 Burnt Russet?
Burnt Russet has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 11.2, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Burnt Russet's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.