Tricycle Red 2000-20 is a red paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #D43B42, LRV 18 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mullen Pink from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D43B42 · 2000-20
Tricycle Red
18%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Tricycle Red Technical Profile
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Tricycle Red in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Tricycle 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 MooreTricycle Red
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sMullen Pink
Mullen Pink
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Rojo Torero
Behr
Nearly identical
Red Bliss
Valspar
Nearly identical
Old Glory Red
PPG
Nearly identical
Candy Crush
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Mullen Pink
Vista Paint
Very similar
Rose
RAL
Very similar
Luscious Scarlet
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Stop
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Romesco
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Hibiscus Tea
Kilz
Visible difference
Petal .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Tricycle Red
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tricycle Red
#D43B42
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C09572
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tricycle Red
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tricycle 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 Tricycle 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.
Tricycle Red — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tricycle Red have?
Tricycle 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 Tricycle Red in your own space before committing.
What colors match Tricycle Red from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Tricycle Red are Mullen Pink by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Rojo Torero by Behr (a near-identical match), Bullfighters Red by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Tricycle 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 Tricycle Red?
Tricycle Red has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 17.5, 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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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Tricycle Red's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.