Ref. #A75546 · historic-portsmouth-spice
Portsmouth Spice
15%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Portsmouth Spice Technical Profile
What color is Portsmouth Spice? It's a deep warm red with the hex code #A75546. Colors similar to Portsmouth Spice include Benjamin Moore Iron Ore Red, Behr Mojave Sunset, Valspar Crimson Glow. Portsmouth Spice has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 15, Portsmouth Spice creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with creamy off-whites like Alabaster for trim, walnut or cherry hardwoods, and brass hardware — the warmth keeps reds from feeling clinical. Deep forest green or navy work as bold accent walls. Reds intensify under 2700K-3000K warm bulbs, deepening into wine territory. Under 4000K+ cool LEDs they can read pinker or slightly washed — sample under your actual room lighting before committing.
Colors Similar to Portsmouth Spice
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Portsmouth Spice
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Portsmouth Spice
#A75546
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AB9875
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Portsmouth Spice
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Portsmouth Spice 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 Hirshfield's Colors
Other Hirshfield's colors close to Portsmouth Spice.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Portsmouth Spice — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Portsmouth Spice have?
Portsmouth Spice by Hirshfield's has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the red color family.
What colors match Portsmouth Spice from other brands?
The closest matches are Iron Ore Red by Benjamin Moore (#AA5546), Mojave Sunset by Behr (#A65244), Crimson Glow by Valspar (#A85341). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Portsmouth Spice?
Portsmouth Spice has an LRV of 15.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Portsmouth Spice's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.