Ref. #8C4F42 · 1066-7
Baked Bean
12%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Baked Bean Technical Profile
What color is Baked Bean? It's a dark warm red with the hex code #8C4F42. Colors similar to Baked Bean include Benjamin Moore Fresh Clay, Vista Paint Quintessential, Benjamin Moore Boston Brick. Baked Bean has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 12, Baked Bean 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 Baked Bean
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Fresh Clay
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Quintessential
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Quintessential
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Spiced Red
Behr
Nearly identical
Remember Me Red
Valspar
Nearly identical
Cherry Cola
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Cinnamon Copper Met.
MPC
Very similar
Sierra Redwood
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Baked Bean
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Baked Bean
#8C4F42
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9C8A65
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Baked Bean
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Baked Bean 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 Baked Bean.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Baked Bean — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Baked Bean have?
Baked Bean by PPG has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the red color family.
What colors match Baked Bean from other brands?
The closest matches are Fresh Clay by Benjamin Moore (#8C5143), Quintessential by Vista Paint (#8B5045), Boston Brick by Benjamin Moore (#874C41). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Baked Bean?
Baked Bean has an LRV of 11.6, 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 Baked Bean's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.