Red-Y for Fun DEFD14 is a red paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #AC343C, LRV 12 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Classic Red from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #AC343C · DEFD14
Red-Y for Fun
12%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Red-Y for Fun Technical Profile
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Red-Y for Fun in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Red-Y for Fun 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-Y for Fun
Nearly identical
ValsparClassic Red
Classic Red
Valspar
Nearly identical
Rapture Red
PPG
Nearly identical
Indiscreet
Behr
Nearly identical
Kabuki
Kilz
Nearly identical
Positive Red
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Lyons Red
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Unmatched Beauty
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Sugared Maple
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Unmatched Beauty
Vista Paint
Very similar
Incarnadine
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Raspberry Red
RAL
Very similar
Create .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Red-Y for Fun
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Red-Y for Fun
#AC343C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AF8464
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Red-Y for Fun
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Red-Y for Fun 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-Y for Fun.
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-Y for Fun — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Red-Y for Fun have?
Red-Y for Fun 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-Y for Fun in your own space before committing.
What colors match Red-Y for Fun from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Red-Y for Fun are Classic Red by Valspar (a near-identical match), Rapture Red by PPG (a near-identical match), Crimson Red by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Red-Y for Fun'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-Y for Fun?
Red-Y for Fun has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 11.6, 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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Why Red-Y for Fun's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.