Merlot Red 2006-10 is a red paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #9E3E2E, estimated LRV 11 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Fahrenheit from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #9E3E2E · 2006-10
Merlot Red
11%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Merlot Red Technical Profile
HEX Code#9E3E2E
RGB158, 62, 46
Estimated LRV10.9
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 Familyred
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Fahrenheit
Kilz
#9D3A2F
Close digital match
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#9E3E33
Close digital match
Leaf Rust
Vista Paint
#A0392F
Close digital match
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#A64033
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#994939
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Colors That Work With Merlot Red
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Merlot Red
#9E3E2E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AA8B56
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Merlot Red
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Merlot 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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Merlot Red — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Merlot Red have?
Merlot Red by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the red 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 Merlot Red from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Merlot Red are Fahrenheit by Kilz (a close digital match), Chinese Red by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Leaf Rust by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Merlot 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 Merlot Red?
Merlot Red has a estimated lightness value of 10.9, 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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Why Merlot Red's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.