Ref. #A0403E · 1057-7
Burning Bush
12%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Burning Bush Technical Profile
What color is Burning Bush? It's a dark warm red with the hex code #A0403E. Colors similar to Burning Bush include Vista Paint The Ego Has Landed, Benjamin Moore Bonaparte, Sherwin-Williams Antique Red. Burning Bush has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 12, Burning Bush 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 Burning Bush
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
The Ego Has Landed
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Bonaparte
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Antique Red
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Stagecoach
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Scarlet Past
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Bijou Red
Behr
Nearly identical
Kabuki
Kilz
Nearly identical
Incarnadine
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Burning Bush
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Burning Bush
#A0403E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A88A69
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Burning Bush
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Burning Bush 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 Burning Bush.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Burning Bush — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Burning Bush have?
Burning Bush by PPG has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the red color family.
What colors match Burning Bush from other brands?
The closest matches are The Ego Has Landed by Vista Paint (#9E403F), Bonaparte by Benjamin Moore (#A03F3F), Antique Red by Sherwin-Williams (#9F4442). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Burning Bush?
Burning Bush has an LRV of 11.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Burning Bush's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.