Copper Clay 2172-10 is a red paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #8F4433, LRV 10 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cajun Red from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8F4433 · 2172-10
Copper Clay
10%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Copper Clay Technical Profile
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Copper Clay in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Copper Clay in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreCopper Clay
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsCajun Red
Cajun Red
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Rustic Rouge
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Dark Marmalade
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
April Love
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Copper Brown
RAL
Very similar
Burled Redwood
PPG
Very similar
Autumn Maple
Behr
Very similar
Cherry Cola
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Clay .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Raw Clay
Kilz
Very similar
Russet Red
Valspar
Very similar
Bamboozle
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Copper Clay
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Copper Clay
#8F4433
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9D8758
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Copper Clay
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Copper Clay 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 Copper Clay.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Copper Clay — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Copper Clay have?
Copper Clay 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 Copper Clay in your own space before committing.
What colors match Copper Clay from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Copper Clay are Cajun Red by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Rustic Rouge by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Brick Paver by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Copper Clay'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 Copper Clay?
Copper Clay has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 10.2, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Copper Clay's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.