Nicolson Red CW-270 is a red paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #65423E, LRV 7 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Earthly Pleasure from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #65423E · CW-270
Nicolson Red
7%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Nicolson Red Technical Profile
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Nicolson Red in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Nicolson 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 MooreNicolson Red
Nearly identical
Vista PaintEarthly Pleasure
Earthly Pleasure
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Otis Madeira
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Toasted Pecan
Behr
Nearly identical
Sunken Ship
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Warm Mahogany
PPG
Very similar
Carriage Door
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Chestnut Brown
RAL
Very similar
Double Chocolate
Valspar
Very similar
Aged Beauty
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Boysenberry Pie
Kilz
Very similar
Preference Red
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Nicolson Red
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Nicolson Red
#65423E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#806F56
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Nicolson Red
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Nicolson 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 Nicolson 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.
Nicolson Red — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Nicolson Red have?
Nicolson 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 Nicolson Red in your own space before committing.
What colors match Nicolson Red from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Nicolson Red are Earthly Pleasure by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Red Raisin by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Otis Madiera by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Nicolson 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 Nicolson Red?
Nicolson Red has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 7.0, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Nicolson Red's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.