China Red CW-310 is a red paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #B05D4B, LRV 18 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Iron Ore from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B05D4B · CW-310
China Red
18%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
China Red Technical Profile
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China Red in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to China Red in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreChina Red
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsIron Ore
Iron Ore
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Tibetan Orange
Behr
Nearly identical
Orange Maple
Valspar
Nearly identical
Pebblestone Clay
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Scorching Hot
Kilz
Very similar
Charred Clay
PPG
Very similar
Coral Red
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Roycroft Adobe
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Cherry Blink
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Picture Gallery Red
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Pearl Pink
RAL
Visible difference
Petal .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With China Red
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
China Red
#B05D4B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B0A07E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for China Red
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
China 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
Similar Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to China Red.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
China Red — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does China Red have?
China Red 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 China Red in your own space before committing.
What colors match China Red from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to China Red are Iron Ore by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Tibetan Orange by Behr (a near-identical match), Orange Maple by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting China 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 China Red?
China Red has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 17.6, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why China Red's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.