Cottage Red VS-9771 is a red paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #9B3821, estimated LRV 10 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Ground Nutmeg from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #9B3821 · VS-9771
Cottage Red
10%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Cottage Red Technical Profile
HEX Code#9B3821
RGB155, 56, 33
Estimated LRV9.9
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
BrandDutch Boy
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Colors That Work With Cottage Red
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cottage Red
#9B3821
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A68949
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cottage Red
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cottage Red 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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Cottage Red — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cottage Red have?
Cottage Red by Dutch Boy 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 Cottage Red from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cottage Red are Ground Nutmeg by Behr (a close digital match), Falling Leaves by Behr (a close digital match), New Penny by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Cottage Red'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 Cottage Red?
Cottage Red has a estimated lightness value of 9.9, 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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