Antique Mahogany 16-08 is a red paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #784C42, LRV 10 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Royal Liqueur from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #784C42 · 16-08
Antique Mahogany
10%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Antique Mahogany Technical Profile
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Antique Mahogany in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Antique Mahogany in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGAntique Mahogany
Nearly identical
BehrRoyal Liqueur
Royal Liqueur
Behr
Nearly identical
Peatmoss
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Emperor's Robe
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Red Rooster
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Chocolate Cherry
Valspar
Very similar
Emperor’s Robe
Vista Paint
Very similar
Etruscan Red
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Red Barn
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Red Mesa
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Rich Leather
Kilz
Very similar
Signal Brown
RAL
Visible difference
Clay .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Antique Mahogany
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Antique Mahogany
#784C42
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8E7F5F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Antique Mahogany
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Antique Mahogany 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 PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Antique Mahogany.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Antique Mahogany — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Antique Mahogany have?
Antique Mahogany by PPG has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the red color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Antique Mahogany in your own space before committing.
What colors match Antique Mahogany from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Antique Mahogany are Royal Liqueur by Behr (a near-identical match), Peatmoss by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Pumpernickel by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Antique Mahogany's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Antique Mahogany?
Antique Mahogany has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 9.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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