Burnt Clay by PPG paint color

PPG · #B26D5F · 30YR 20/313

Burnt Clay

21%Estimated LRV

Burnt Clay 30YR 20/313 is a red paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #B26D5F and estimated LRV 21. Its closest cross-brand match is Canyon Rock from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.

Burnt Clay Technical Profile

HEX Code#B26D5F
RGB178, 109, 95
Estimated LRV21.2

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 Burnt Clay

These are generated digital colors, not named manufacturer paints. Use the palette tools to find paint candidates, then compare physical samples.

Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall

Living room with Burnt Clay walls, a tonal shift accent wall and digital white trim

Main Walls

Burnt Clay

#B26D5F

Accent Wall

Tonal Shift

A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.

#AEA084

Trim & Molding

Digital white

Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.

#FFFFFF

Color Palettes for Burnt Clay

Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.

Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast

Burnt Clay 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 Burnt Clay.

More red colors from other brands

Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.

Burnt Clay — Frequently Asked Questions

What colors match Burnt Clay from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Burnt Clay are Canyon Rock by Benjamin Moore (nearly identical in our digital data), Kitchen Tile Red by Valspar (nearly identical in our digital data), Terra Cotta Urn by Behr (nearly identical in our digital data) — the best options for getting Burnt Clay'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 Burnt Clay?
Burnt Clay has a estimated lightness value of 21.2, 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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