Ref. #A06A60 · MP22351
Brick Red Met.
19%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Brick Red Met. Technical Profile
What color is Brick Red Met.? It's a deep warm red with the hex code #A06A60. Colors similar to Brick Red Met. include Behr Chutney Brown, Vista Paint Point Sienna, Behr Sun Baked Earth. Brick Red Met. has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 19, Brick Red Met. 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 Brick Red Met.
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Brick Red Met.
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Brick Red Met.
#A06A60
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9F85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Brick Red Met.
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Brick Red Met. 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 MPC Colors
Other MPC colors close to Brick Red Met..
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Brick Red Met. — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Brick Red Met. have?
Brick Red Met. by MPC has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the red color family.
What colors match Brick Red Met. from other brands?
The closest matches are Chutney Brown by Behr (#A36861), Point Sienna by Vista Paint (#A46C5D), Sun Baked Earth by Behr (#A36559). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Brick Red Met.?
Brick Red Met. has an LRV of 18.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Brick Red Met.'s warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.