Bonfire 1187-6 is a red paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #C3585C, estimated LRV 19 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Super Hero from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #C3585C · 1187-6
Bonfire
19%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Bonfire Technical Profile
HEX Code#C3585C
RGB195, 88, 92
Estimated LRV19.4
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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Color Familyred
BrandPPG
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#CA535B
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Colors That Work With Bonfire
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bonfire
#C3585C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B6977C
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bonfire
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bonfire 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
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Bonfire — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bonfire have?
Bonfire by PPG has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the red color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Bonfire from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Bonfire are Super Hero by Behr (a close digital match), Raspberry Pudding by Benjamin Moore (a very close match), Pinked Azalea by Dutch Boy (a very close match) — the best options for getting Bonfire'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 Bonfire?
Bonfire has a estimated lightness value of 19.4, 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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