Burnt Red 1188-7 is a red paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #C6494C, estimated LRV 17 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Holly Berry from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #C6494C · 1188-7
Burnt Red
17%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Burnt Red Technical Profile
HEX Code#C6494C
RGB198, 73, 76
Estimated LRV17.3
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Burnt Red
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Burnt Red
#C6494C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B99779
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Burnt Red
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Burnt Red 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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Burnt Red — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Burnt Red have?
Burnt Red 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 Burnt Red from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Burnt Red are Holly Berry by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Autumn Fire by Valspar (a close digital match), Spanish Carmine by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Burnt Red'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 Red?
Burnt Red has a estimated lightness value of 17.3, 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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