Chili Pepper 2004-20 is a red paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #B24141, LRV 14 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cherry Bomb from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B24141 · 2004-20
Chili Pepper
14%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Chili Pepper Technical Profile
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Chili Pepper in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Chili Pepper in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreChili Pepper
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsCherry Bomb
Cherry Bomb
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Empower
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Empower
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Clay Red
Behr
Nearly identical
Red Tomato
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Poppied Red
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Red Gumball
PPG
Very similar
Romesco
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Bang
Kilz
Very similar
Classic Red
Valspar
Very similar
Pearl Pink
RAL
Very similar
Create .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Chili Pepper
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Chili Pepper
#B24141
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B19375
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Chili Pepper
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Chili Pepper 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 Chili Pepper.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Chili Pepper — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Chili Pepper have?
Chili Pepper 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 Chili Pepper in your own space before committing.
What colors match Chili Pepper from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Chili Pepper are Cherry Bomb by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Empower by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Empower by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Chili Pepper'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 Chili Pepper?
Chili Pepper has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 13.6, 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 Chili Pepper's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.