Royal Red Flush DET425 is a red paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #8E3C3F, estimated LRV 9 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Lover's Kiss from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dunn-Edwards · #8E3C3F · DET425
Royal Red Flush
9%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Royal Red Flush Technical Profile
HEX Code#8E3C3F
RGB142, 60, 63
Estimated LRV9.3
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyred
BrandDunn-Edwards
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Colors That Work With Royal Red Flush
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Royal Red Flush
#8E3C3F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9D7C60
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Royal Red Flush
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Royal Red Flush 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
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Royal Red Flush — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Royal Red Flush have?
Royal Red Flush 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 Royal Red Flush from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Royal Red Flush are Lover's Kiss by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Ripe Currant by Behr (a close digital match), Caliente by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Royal Red Flush'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 Royal Red Flush?
Royal Red Flush has a estimated lightness value of 9.3, 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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