Deep Crimson DEA152 is a red paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #8F423D, estimated LRV 10 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Rocking Chair Red from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dunn-Edwards · #8F423D · DEA152
Deep Crimson
10%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Deep Crimson Technical Profile
HEX Code#8F423D
RGB143, 66, 61
Estimated LRV10.1
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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Color Familyred
BrandDunn-Edwards
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Colors That Work With Deep Crimson
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Deep Crimson
#8F423D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9E8361
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Deep Crimson
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Deep Crimson Room Palettes
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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
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Deep Crimson — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Deep Crimson have?
Deep Crimson by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the red color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Deep Crimson from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Deep Crimson are Rocking Chair Red by Behr (a close digital match), Allure by Behr (a close digital match), Allure by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Deep Crimson'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 Deep Crimson?
Deep Crimson has a estimated lightness value of 10.1, 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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