Cool Lava 2088-50 is a red paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #DA9A93, LRV 40 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Shanghai Peach from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #DA9A93 · 2088-50
Cool Lava
40%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Cool Lava Technical Profile
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Cool Lava in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Cool Lava in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreCool Lava
Nearly identical
BehrShanghai Peach
Shanghai Peach
Behr
Nearly identical
Salmon Run
Valspar
Nearly identical
Canyon Blossom
Kilz
Nearly identical
Dusty Cedar
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Blooming Perfect
Vista Paint
Very similar
Peppercorn Pink
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Blooming Perfect
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Holland Tile
PPG
Very similar
Resounding Rose
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Petal .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Cinder Rose
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Light Pink
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cool Lava
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cool Lava
#DA9A93
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B79F7B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cool Lava
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cool Lava 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 Cool Lava.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cool Lava — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cool Lava have?
Cool Lava 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 Cool Lava in your own space before committing.
What colors match Cool Lava from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cool Lava are Shanghai Peach by Behr (a near-identical match), Salmon Run by Valspar (a near-identical match), Canyon Blossom by Kilz (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Cool Lava'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 Cool Lava?
Cool Lava has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 40.1, 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 Cool Lava's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.