Red Flare LA130-01 is a red paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #AD4E49, LRV 15 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Carmine Red from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #AD4E49 · LA130-01
Red Flare
15%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Red Flare Technical Profile
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Red Flare in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Red Flare in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
KilzRed Flare
Nearly identical
BehrCarmine Red
Carmine Red
Behr
Nearly identical
Red Rainboot
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Lady in Red
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Rosy Apple
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Red Tomato
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Empower
Vista Paint
Very similar
Empower
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Brick Facade
Valspar
Very similar
Pearl Pink
RAL
Very similar
Terra Cotta Rose
PPG
Very similar
Romesco
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Red Flare
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Red Flare
#AD4E49
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AE977B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Red Flare
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Red Flare 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 Kilz Colors
Other Kilz colors close to Red Flare.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Red Flare — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Red Flare have?
Red Flare by Kilz 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 Red Flare in your own space before committing.
What colors match Red Flare from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Red Flare are Carmine Red by Behr (a near-identical match), Red Rainboot by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Lady in Red by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Red Flare'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 Red Flare?
Red Flare has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 14.8, 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 Red Flare's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.