Red Ink DEA151 is a red paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #AC3235, LRV 11 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Hot Tamale from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #AC3235 · DEA151
Red Ink
11%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Red Ink Technical Profile
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Red Ink in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Red Ink in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsRed Ink
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreHot Tamale
Hot Tamale
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Unmatched Beauty
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Crimson Red
PPG
Nearly identical
Indiscreet
Behr
Nearly identical
Bang
Kilz
Nearly identical
Positive Red
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Unmatched Beauty
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Sugared Maple
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Très Bien
Valspar
Nearly identical
Orient Red
RAL
Very similar
Create .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Incarnadine
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Red Ink
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Red Ink
#AC3235
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B08761
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Red Ink
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Red Ink 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 Red Ink.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Red Ink — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Red Ink have?
Red Ink by Dunn-Edwards 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 Red Ink in your own space before committing.
What colors match Red Ink from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Red Ink are Hot Tamale by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Unmatched Beauty by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Crimson Red by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Red Ink'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 Red Ink?
Red Ink has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 11.3, 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 Red Ink's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.