Paper CSP-1150 is a red paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #AC4031, LRV 13 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Colorful Leaves from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #AC4031 · CSP-1150
Paper
13%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Paper Technical Profile
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Paper in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Paper in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MoorePaper
Nearly identical
BehrColorful Leaves
Colorful Leaves
Behr
Nearly identical
Lantern Red
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Red Revival
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
High Society
Vista Paint
Very similar
Rum Punch
PPG
Very similar
Petal .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Chinese Red
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Fahrenheit
Kilz
Very similar
Sun's Rage
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Flame Red
RAL
Very similar
Crimson Glow
Valspar
Very similar
Bamboozle
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Paper
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Paper
#AC4031
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B09260
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Paper
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Paper 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 Paper.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Paper — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Paper have?
Paper 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 Paper in your own space before committing.
What colors match Paper from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Paper are Colorful Leaves by Behr (a near-identical match), Lantern Red by Dutch Boy (a very close match), Red Revival by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match) — the best options for getting Paper'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 Paper?
Paper has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 12.7, 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
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 Paper's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.