Strawberry Red 2003-20 is a red paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #C43E3E, LRV 16 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Painter’s Red from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C43E3E · 2003-20
Strawberry Red
16%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Strawberry Red Technical Profile
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Strawberry Red in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Strawberry 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 MooreStrawberry Red
Nearly identical
Vista PaintPainter’s Red
Painter’s Red
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Candy Crush
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Red Geranium
PPG
Nearly identical
Mullen Pink
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Luscious Scarlet
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Stop
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Pure Red
RAL
Very similar
Romesco
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Oh So Red
Valspar
Very similar
Mexican Chile
Behr
Very similar
Atomic Red
Kilz
Very similar
Petal .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Strawberry Red
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Strawberry Red
#C43E3E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BA9978
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Strawberry Red
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Strawberry 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 Strawberry 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.
Strawberry Red — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Strawberry Red have?
Strawberry 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 Strawberry Red in your own space before committing.
What colors match Strawberry Red from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Strawberry Red are Painter’s Red by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Candy Crush by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Red Geranium by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Strawberry 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 Strawberry Red?
Strawberry Red has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 15.5, 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 Strawberry Red's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.