Rectory Red 217 is a red paint color from Farrow & Ball. It has a hex value of #A53C49, LRV 12 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Red Licorice from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A53C49 · 217
Rectory Red
12%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Rectory Red Technical Profile
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Rectory Red in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Rectory 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 & BallRectory Red
Nearly identical
PPGRed Licorice
Red Licorice
PPG
Nearly identical
Moonrose
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Floriography
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Patriot Red
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Moonrose
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Santa Rosa Red
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Valentine
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Geranium
Behr
Very similar
Fire-Breathing Dragon
Valspar
Very similar
Bright Orchid
Kilz
Very similar
Red Violet
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Rectory Red
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Rectory Red
#A53C49
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AB8269
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Rectory Red
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rectory 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 Rectory 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.
Rectory Red — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rectory Red have?
Rectory 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 Rectory Red in your own space before committing.
What colors match Rectory Red from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Rectory Red are Red Licorice by PPG (a near-identical match), Moonrose by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Floriography by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Rectory 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 Rectory Red?
Rectory Red has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 11.7, 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 Rectory Red's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.