Ref. #9C213C · MP22348
Clay Red Met.
9%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Clay Red Met. Technical Profile
What color is Clay Red Met.? It's a dark warm red with the hex code #9C213C. Colors similar to Clay Red Met. include Behr No More Drama, Hirshfield's Velvet Cake, Vista Paint Velvet Cake. Clay Red Met. has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 9, Clay 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 Clay Red Met.
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Clay Red Met.
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Clay Red Met.
#9C213C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A76349
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Clay Red Met.
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Clay 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 Clay 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.
Clay Red Met. — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Clay Red Met. have?
Clay Red Met. by MPC has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the red color family.
What colors match Clay Red Met. from other brands?
The closest matches are No More Drama by Behr (#9D1C3A), Velvet Cake by Hirshfield's (#9D253D), Velvet Cake by Vista Paint (#9B263D). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Clay Red Met.?
Clay Red Met. has an LRV of 8.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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 Clay Red Met.'s warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.