Ref. #EE5851 · DE5104
Amour
26%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Amour Technical Profile
What color is Amour? It's a deep warm red with the hex code #EE5851. Colors similar to Amour include Benjamin Moore Dark Salmon, MPC Warm Red U, Behr Wet Coral. Amour has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 26 gives Amour depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with creamy off-whites like Alabaster for trim, walnut or cherry hardwoods, and brass hardware — the warmth keeps reds from feeling clinical. Deep forest green or navy work as bold accent walls. Reds intensify under 2700K-3000K warm bulbs, deepening into wine territory. Under 4000K+ cool LEDs they can read pinker or slightly washed — sample under your actual room lighting before committing.
Colors Similar to Amour
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Amour
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Amour
#EE5851
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#CB9D67
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Amour
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Amour 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 Dunn-Edwards Colors
Other Dunn-Edwards colors close to Amour.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Amour — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Amour have?
Amour by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the red color family.
What colors match Amour from other brands?
The closest matches are Dark Salmon by Benjamin Moore (#E85B51), Warm Red U by MPC (#E86457), Wet Coral by Behr (#F44A4E). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Amour?
Amour has an LRV of 25.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Amour's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.