Ref. #BE6549 · CC-98
Prairie Lily
21%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Prairie Lily Technical Profile
What color is Prairie Lily? It's a deep warm red with the hex code #BE6549. Colors similar to Prairie Lily include MPC Aztec Copper, Valspar Fall Leaf, Valspar Autumn Ivy. Prairie Lily has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 21, Prairie Lily creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with creamy off-whites like Alabaster for trim, walnut or cherry hardwoods, and brass hardware — the warmth keeps reds from feeling clinical. Deep forest green or navy work as bold accent walls. Reds intensify under 2700K-3000K warm bulbs, deepening into wine territory. Under 4000K+ cool LEDs they can read pinker or slightly washed — sample under your actual room lighting before committing.
Colors Similar to Prairie Lily
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Prairie Lily
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Prairie Lily
#BE6549
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B6A77C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Prairie Lily
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Prairie Lily 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 Prairie Lily.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Prairie Lily — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Prairie Lily have?
Prairie Lily by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the red color family.
What colors match Prairie Lily from other brands?
The closest matches are Aztec Copper by MPC (#C6694B), Fall Leaf by Valspar (#B9634D), Autumn Ivy by Valspar (#B8694A). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Prairie Lily?
Prairie Lily has an LRV of 20.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Prairie Lily's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.