Mayflower Red HC-49 is a brown paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #9F634E, estimated LRV 17 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Classic Brick Red from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #9F634E · HC-49
Mayflower Red
17%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Mayflower Red Technical Profile
HEX Code#9F634E
RGB159, 99, 78
Estimated LRV16.8
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familybrown
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Mayflower Red
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mayflower Red
#9F634E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A79C79
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mayflower Red
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mayflower 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
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Mayflower Red — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mayflower Red have?
Mayflower Red by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the brown color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Mayflower Red from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mayflower Red are Classic Brick Red by PPG (a close digital match), Spiced Carrot by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Spiced Carrot by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Mayflower 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 Mayflower Red?
Mayflower Red has a estimated lightness value of 16.8, 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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