Ref. #8A4C38 · 53
Remaining Embers
11%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Remaining Embers Technical Profile
What color is Remaining Embers? It's a dark warm red with the hex code #8A4C38. Colors similar to Remaining Embers include Vista Paint Remaining Embers, Dunn-Edwards Cherry Cola, Benjamin Moore Tawny Rose. Remaining Embers has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 11, Remaining Embers 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 Remaining Embers
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Remaining Embers
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Remaining Embers
#8A4C38
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9A8A5B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Remaining Embers
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Remaining Embers 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 Remaining Embers.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Remaining Embers — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Remaining Embers have?
Remaining Embers by Hirshfield's has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the red color family.
What colors match Remaining Embers from other brands?
The closest matches are Remaining Embers by Vista Paint (#8A4F3A), Cherry Cola by Dunn-Edwards (#894C3B), Tawny Rose by Benjamin Moore (#8E4F3B). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Remaining Embers?
Remaining Embers has an LRV of 10.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Remaining Embers's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.