Picture Gallery Red 42 is a red paint color from Farrow & Ball. It has a hex value of #A15A4D, LRV 15 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cajun Red from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A15A4D · 42
Picture Gallery Red
15%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Picture Gallery Red Technical Profile
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Picture Gallery Red in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Picture Gallery Red in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Farrow & BallPicture Gallery Red
Nearly identical
BehrCajun Red
Cajun Red
Behr
Nearly identical
Warm Sienna
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Santa Fe Sunset
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Portsmouth Spice
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Rare Sienna
Valspar
Nearly identical
Bold Brick
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Autumn Ridge
Kilz
Nearly identical
Cinnamon Stick
PPG
Nearly identical
Portsmouth Spice
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Daphne Rose
Dutch Boy
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Picture Gallery Red
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Picture Gallery Red
#A15A4D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A89879
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Picture Gallery Red
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Picture Gallery 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
Similar Farrow & Ball Colors
Other Farrow & Ball colors close to Picture Gallery Red.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Picture Gallery Red — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Picture Gallery Red have?
Picture Gallery Red by Farrow & Ball 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 Picture Gallery Red in your own space before committing.
What colors match Picture Gallery Red from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Picture Gallery Red are Cajun Red by Behr (a near-identical match), Warm Sienna by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Covered by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Picture Gallery 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 Picture Gallery Red?
Picture Gallery Red 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
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Picture Gallery Red's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.