Classic Burgundy HC-182 is a red paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #6A191B, LRV 7 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Purple Red from RAL (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #6A191B · HC-182
Classic Burgundy
7%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Classic Burgundy Technical Profile
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Classic Burgundy in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Classic Burgundy in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreClassic Burgundy
Very similar
RALPurple Red
Purple Red
RAL
Very similar
Wood .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Spanish Red
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Sun Dried Tomato
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Red Chipotle
Behr
Visible difference
Oriental Red
Kilz
Visible difference
Wendy Way
Vista Paint
Visible difference
Posh Red
Valspar
Visible difference
Classic Burgundy
PPG
Visible difference
Fruitful Orchard
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Garnet Evening
Dunn-Edwards
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Classic Burgundy
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Classic Burgundy
#6A191B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7D5939
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Classic Burgundy
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Classic Burgundy 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 Classic Burgundy.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Classic Burgundy — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Classic Burgundy have?
Classic Burgundy 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 Classic Burgundy in your own space before committing.
What colors match Classic Burgundy from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Classic Burgundy are Purple Red by RAL (a very close match), Pearl Ruby Red by RAL (a very close match), Oxide Red by RAL (a very close match) — the best options for getting Classic Burgundy'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 Classic Burgundy?
Classic Burgundy has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 7.2, 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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Why Classic Burgundy's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.