Ref. #62183F · MP22303
Merlot Red Met.
4%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Merlot Red Met. Technical Profile
What color is Merlot Red Met.? It's a dark warm pink with the hex code #62183F. Merlot Red Met. has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 4, Merlot 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 warm whites like Simply White, blonde wood floors, and brass or gold hardware. Deep green or forest accents add contrast that keeps it from feeling too sweet. Under 2700K warm bulbs pinks and magentas glow warmly, leaning coral. Under 4000K cool light they read more vibrant — important for nursery and bedroom planning where bulb choice changes the mood.
Colors Similar to Merlot Red Met.
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Wine Tasting
Behr
Nearly identical
Raspberry Macaroon
Kilz
Visible difference
Elderberry
Benjamin Moore
Visible difference
Cherry Bon Bon
Vista Paint
Visible difference
Petal .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Purple Violet
RAL
Visible difference
Fabulous Grape
Sherwin-Williams
Visible difference
Noble Honor
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Merlot Red Met.
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Merlot Red Met.
#62183F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#763739
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Merlot Red Met.
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Merlot 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 Merlot Red Met..
More pink colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the pink family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Merlot Red Met. — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Merlot Red Met. have?
Merlot Red Met. by MPC has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the pink color family.
What colors match Merlot Red Met. from other brands?
The closest matches are Wine Tasting by Behr (#671E46), Wild Cranberry by Behr (#5C2444), Ruby Red by Behr (#701C52). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Merlot Red Met.?
Merlot Red Met. has an LRV of 3.6, 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 Merlot Red Met.'s warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.