Ref. #B95644 · MP3395
Talavera Tile
17%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Talavera Tile Technical Profile
What color is Talavera Tile? It's a deep warm red with the hex code #B95644. Colors similar to Talavera Tile include Dunn-Edwards Red River, Sherwin-Williams Peppery, Hirshfield's Best Of The Bunch. Talavera Tile has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 17, Talavera Tile 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 Talavera Tile
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Talavera Tile
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Talavera Tile
#B95644
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B5A17B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Talavera Tile
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Talavera Tile 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 Talavera Tile.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Talavera Tile — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Talavera Tile have?
Talavera Tile by MPC has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the red color family.
What colors match Talavera Tile from other brands?
The closest matches are Red River by Dunn-Edwards (#B95543), Peppery by Sherwin-Williams (#B85444), Best Of The Bunch by Hirshfield's (#BD5442). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Talavera Tile?
Talavera Tile has an LRV of 17.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Talavera Tile's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.