Cajun Spice 1191-6 is a red paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #C3705F, estimated LRV 24 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Carter Red from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #C3705F · 1191-6
Cajun Spice
24%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Cajun Spice Technical Profile
HEX Code#C3705F
RGB195, 112, 95
Estimated LRV24.0
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 Cajun Spice
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cajun Spice
#C3705F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B5A27D
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cajun Spice
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cajun Spice 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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Cajun Spice — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cajun Spice have?
Cajun Spice 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 Cajun Spice from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cajun Spice are Carter Red by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Relaxed Terra by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), It’s My Party by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Cajun Spice'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 Cajun Spice?
Cajun Spice has a estimated lightness value of 24.0, 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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