Ref. #C35550 · DE5090
Pomegranate
19%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Pomegranate Technical Profile
What color is Pomegranate? It's a deep warm red with the hex code #C35550. Colors similar to Pomegranate include Benjamin Moore Rhubarb, Benjamin Moore Holly Berry, Behr Before Winter. Pomegranate has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 19, Pomegranate creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected 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 Pomegranate
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pomegranate
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pomegranate
#C35550
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B79C7B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pomegranate
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pomegranate 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 Pomegranate.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pomegranate — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pomegranate have?
Pomegranate by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the red color family.
What colors match Pomegranate from other brands?
The closest matches are Rhubarb by Benjamin Moore (#BF4F4F), Holly Berry by Benjamin Moore (#C34D4E), Before Winter by Behr (#BE584C). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Pomegranate?
Pomegranate has an LRV of 18.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Pomegranate's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.