Crimson 1299 is a red paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #B76257, LRV 20 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Redwood City from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B76257 · 1299
Crimson
20%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Crimson Technical Profile
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Crimson in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Crimson in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreCrimson
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsRedwood City
Redwood City
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Ginger Jar
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Angelic Choir
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Chimayo Red
Behr
Nearly identical
Henna Shade
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Island Salsa
Valspar
Nearly identical
Tandoor Spice
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Firecracker
PPG
Very similar
Sedona Mountains
Kilz
Very similar
Picture Gallery Red
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Pearl Pink
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Crimson
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Crimson
#B76257
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B19F81
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Crimson
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Crimson 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 Crimson.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Crimson — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Crimson have?
Crimson 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 Crimson in your own space before committing.
What colors match Crimson from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Crimson are Redwood City by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Ginger Jar by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Angelic Choir by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Crimson'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 Crimson?
Crimson has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 19.5, 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 Crimson's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.