Claret CW-305 is a red paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #CD756A, LRV 27 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is It's My Party from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CD756A · CW-305
Claret
27%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Claret Technical Profile
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Claret in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Claret in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreClaret
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sIt's My Party
It's My Party
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Rouge
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Full Bloom
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
It’s My Party
Vista Paint
Very similar
Indian Summer Orange
PPG
Very similar
Aloe Blossom
Behr
Very similar
Relaxed Terra
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Brickwork
Kilz
Very similar
Rhapsody
Valspar
Very similar
Red Earth
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Antique Pink
RAL
Very similar
Clay .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Claret
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Claret
#CD756A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B7A07B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Claret
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Claret 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 Claret.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Claret — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Claret have?
Claret 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 Claret in your own space before committing.
What colors match Claret from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Claret are It's My Party by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Rouge by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Full Bloom by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Claret'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 Claret?
Claret has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 26.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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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 Claret's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.