Exotic Red 2086-10 is a red paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #B42836, LRV 12 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Stiletto Love from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B42836 · 2086-10
Exotic Red
12%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Exotic Red Technical Profile
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Exotic Red in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Exotic Red in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreExotic Red
Nearly identical
BehrStiletto Love
Stiletto Love
Behr
Nearly identical
Unmatched Beauty
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Positive Red
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Unmatched Beauty
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Crimson Red
PPG
Nearly identical
Red-Y for Fun
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Bang
Kilz
Very similar
Sugared Maple
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Très Bien
Valspar
Very similar
Raspberry Red
RAL
Very similar
Create .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Incarnadine
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Exotic Red
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Exotic Red
#B42836
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B57E5A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Exotic Red
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Exotic Red 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 Exotic Red.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Exotic Red — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Exotic Red have?
Exotic Red 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 Exotic Red in your own space before committing.
What colors match Exotic Red from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Exotic Red are Stiletto Love by Behr (a near-identical match), Unmatched Beauty by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Positive Red by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Exotic Red'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 Exotic Red?
Exotic Red has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 11.5, 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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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 Exotic Red's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.