Somerville Red HC-62 is a neutral paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #9B6E6C, LRV 19 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Homestead Red from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9B6E6C · HC-62
Somerville Red
19%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Somerville Red Technical Profile
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Somerville Red in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Somerville 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 MooreSomerville Red
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsHomestead Red
Homestead Red
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Autumn Russet
Behr
Nearly identical
Rose Brocade
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Clay Ridge
PPG
Very similar
Spanish Sherry
Kilz
Very similar
Sebastian
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Fruitwood
Valspar
Very similar
Roshen Ridge
Vista Paint
Very similar
Corazon
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Sulking Room Pink
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Pastel Violet
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Somerville Red
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Somerville Red
#9B6E6C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9B85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Somerville Red
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Somerville 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 Somerville Red.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Somerville Red — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Somerville Red have?
Somerville Red by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Somerville Red in your own space before committing.
What colors match Somerville Red from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Somerville Red are Homestead Red by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Autumn Russet by Behr (a near-identical match), Rose Brocade by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Somerville 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 Somerville Red?
Somerville Red has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 19.2, 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 Somerville Red's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.