Ref. #AD4E49 · LA130-01
Red Flare
15%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Red Flare Technical Profile
What color is Red Flare? It's a deep warm red with the hex code #AD4E49. Colors similar to Red Flare include Behr Carmine Red, MPC Copper Prl over Scarlet Letter, MPC Spanish Red. Red Flare has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 15, Red Flare 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 Red Flare
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
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 belongs to the red color family.
What colors match Red Flare from other brands?
The closest matches are Carmine Red by Behr (#AF504B), Copper Prl over Scarlet Letter by MPC (#AC4D46), Spanish Red by MPC (#B34F4A). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Red Flare?
Red Flare has an LRV of 14.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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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.