Smoldering Red 2007-10 is a red paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #A43B2E, LRV 11 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. #A43B2E · 2007-10
Smoldering Red
11%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Smoldering Red Technical Profile
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Smoldering Red in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Smoldering 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 MooreSmoldering Red
Nearly identical
BehrColorful Leaves
Colorful Leaves
Behr
Nearly identical
Leaf Rust
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Fahrenheit
Kilz
Nearly identical
Chinese Red
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Rum Punch
PPG
Very similar
Red Revival
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Flame Red
RAL
Very similar
Cottage Red
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Create .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Dark Marmalade
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Très Bien
Valspar
Very similar
Incarnadine
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Smoldering Red
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Smoldering Red
#A43B2E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AC8C59
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Smoldering Red
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Smoldering 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 Smoldering 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.
Smoldering Red — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Smoldering Red have?
Smoldering 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 Smoldering Red in your own space before committing.
What colors match Smoldering Red from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Smoldering Red are Colorful Leaves by Behr (a near-identical match), Leaf Rust by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Fahrenheit by Kilz (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Smoldering 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 Smoldering Red?
Smoldering Red has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 11.2, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Smoldering Red's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.