Bright Garnet 90RR 16/386 is a red paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #B5515D, estimated LRV 17 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Rouge from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #B5515D · 90RR 16/386
Bright Garnet
17%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Bright Garnet Technical Profile
HEX Code#B5515D
RGB181, 81, 93
Estimated LRV16.5
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyred
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Bright Garnet
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bright Garnet
#B5515D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B29380
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bright Garnet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bright Garnet 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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Bright Garnet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bright Garnet have?
Bright Garnet 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 Bright Garnet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Bright Garnet are Rouge by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Berry Blush by Valspar (a close digital match), Resplendent Rose by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Bright Garnet'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 Bright Garnet?
Bright Garnet has a estimated lightness value of 16.5, 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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