Spiked Punch DEFD15 is a red paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #C13E54, LRV 15 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Drop Dead Gorgeous from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C13E54 · DEFD15
Spiked Punch
15%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Spiked Punch Technical Profile
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Spiked Punch in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Spiked Punch in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsSpiked Punch
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreDrop Dead Gorgeous
Drop Dead Gorgeous
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Red Jalapeno
Behr
Nearly identical
Cherry Red
PPG
Very similar
Mon Cher Ami
Valspar
Very similar
Heartfelt
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Punky Pink
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Strawberry Sorbet
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Punky Pink
Vista Paint
Very similar
Romesco
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Ibis Pink
Kilz
Visible difference
Raspberry Red
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Spiked Punch
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Spiked Punch
#C13E54
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B88E7A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Spiked Punch
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Spiked Punch 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 Spiked Punch.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Spiked Punch — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Spiked Punch have?
Spiked Punch 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 Spiked Punch in your own space before committing.
What colors match Spiked Punch from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Spiked Punch are Drop Dead Gorgeous by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Red Jalapeno by Behr (a near-identical match), Rose Parade by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting Spiked Punch'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 Spiked Punch?
Spiked Punch has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 15.4, 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 Spiked Punch's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.