Red Oxide 2088-10 is a red paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #974434, LRV 11 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dark Marmalade from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #974434 · 2088-10
Red Oxide
11%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Red Oxide Technical Profile
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Red Oxide in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Red Oxide in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreRed Oxide
Nearly identical
Vista PaintDark Marmalade
Dark Marmalade
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Brick Paver
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Dark Marmalade
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Terra Orange
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Morocco Red
Behr
Very similar
Fahrenheit
Kilz
Very similar
Cedar Chest
PPG
Very similar
Copper Brown
RAL
Very similar
Arabian Red
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Russet Red
Valspar
Very similar
Clay .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Bamboozle
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Red Oxide
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Red Oxide
#974434
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A48B5A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Red Oxide
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Red Oxide 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 Red Oxide.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Red Oxide — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Red Oxide have?
Red Oxide 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 Red Oxide in your own space before committing.
What colors match Red Oxide from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Red Oxide are Dark Marmalade by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Brick Paver by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Dark Marmalade by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Red Oxide'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 Red Oxide?
Red Oxide has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 11.0, 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 Red Oxide's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.