Handmade Red DE6026 is a red paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #A87678, LRV 23 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Carley's Rose from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A87678 · DE6026
Handmade Red
23%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Handmade Red Technical Profile
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Handmade Red in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Handmade Red in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsHandmade Red
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsCarley's Rose
Carley's Rose
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Cinnamon Diamonds
PPG
Very similar
Autumn Aspen
Kilz
Very similar
Burgundy Rose
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Cherry Mocha
Valspar
Very similar
Smoke Bush Rose
Behr
Very similar
Fresh Day
Vista Paint
Very similar
Fresh Day
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Rose Splendor
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Sulking Room Pink
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Pastel Violet
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Handmade Red
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Handmade Red
#A87678
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9785
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Handmade Red
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Handmade 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 Dunn-Edwards Colors
Other Dunn-Edwards colors close to Handmade 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.
Handmade Red — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Handmade Red have?
Handmade Red by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (pink) 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 Handmade Red in your own space before committing.
What colors match Handmade Red from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Handmade Red are Carley's Rose by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Salon Rose by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Cinnamon Diamonds by PPG (a very close match) — the best options for getting Handmade 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 Handmade Red?
Handmade Red has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 22.6, 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 Handmade Red's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.