Spanish Red 1301 is a red paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #994942, LRV 12 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Stagecoach from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #994942 · 1301
Spanish Red
12%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Spanish Red Technical Profile
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Spanish Red in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Spanish 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 MooreSpanish Red
Nearly identical
Vista PaintStagecoach
Stagecoach
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Morocco Red
Behr
Nearly identical
Sparkling Garnet
PPG
Nearly identical
Rembrandt Ruby
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Stagecoach
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Attar of Rose
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Decadent Red
Valspar
Very similar
Incarnadine
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Daphne Rose
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Red Ginseng
Kilz
Very similar
Pearl Pink
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Spanish Red
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Spanish Red
#994942
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A48C6A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Spanish Red
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Spanish 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 Spanish 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.
Spanish Red — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Spanish Red have?
Spanish 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 Spanish Red in your own space before committing.
What colors match Spanish Red from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Spanish Red are Stagecoach by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Morocco Red by Behr (a near-identical match), Smokin Hot by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Spanish 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 Spanish Red?
Spanish Red has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 11.9, 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 Spanish Red's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.