Vermilion DEFD22 is a red paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #DD4D3E, LRV 21 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Salsa from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #DD4D3E · DEFD22
Vermilion
21%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Vermilion Technical Profile
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Vermilion in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Vermilion in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsVermilion
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreSalsa
Salsa
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Skyrocket Red
PPG
Nearly identical
Salsa del Sol
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Spirit Warrior
Behr
Nearly identical
Gingham Pink
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Endless Possibilities
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Scarlet Sun
Valspar
Very similar
Salmon Range
RAL
Very similar
Dynamite
Kilz
Very similar
Emotional
Sherwin-Williams
Visible difference
Charlotte's Locks
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Petal .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Vermilion
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Vermilion
#DD4D3E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C4A16E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Vermilion
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Vermilion 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 Vermilion.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Vermilion — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Vermilion have?
Vermilion 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 Vermilion in your own space before committing.
What colors match Vermilion from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Vermilion are Salsa by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Skyrocket Red by PPG (a near-identical match), Salsa del Sol by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Vermilion'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 Vermilion?
Vermilion has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 21.0, 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 Vermilion's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.