Poppy 1315 is a red paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #BE3B43, LRV 15 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mexican Chile from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BE3B43 · 1315
Poppy
15%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Poppy Technical Profile
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Poppy in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Poppy in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MoorePoppy
Nearly identical
BehrMexican Chile
Mexican Chile
Behr
Nearly identical
Rosie O’Dell
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Precious Peony
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Striking Red
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Poinsettia Red
PPG
Nearly identical
Poppied Red
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Romesco
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Oh So Red
Valspar
Very similar
Atomic Red
Kilz
Very similar
Red Tomato
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Raspberry Red
RAL
Very similar
Create .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Poppy
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Poppy
#BE3B43
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B79275
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Poppy
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Poppy 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 Poppy.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Poppy — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Poppy have?
Poppy 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 Poppy in your own space before committing.
What colors match Poppy from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Poppy are Mexican Chile by Behr (a near-identical match), Rosie O’Dell by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Precious Peony by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Poppy'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 Poppy?
Poppy has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 14.5, 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 Poppy's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.