Cajun Spice 1191-6 is a red paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #C3705F, 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.
Ref. #C3705F · 1191-6
Cajun Spice
24%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Cajun Spice Technical Profile
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Cajun Spice in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Cajun Spice in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGCajun Spice
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreCarter Red
Carter Red
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Relaxed Terra
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
It’s My Party
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Aloe Blossom
Behr
Nearly identical
It's My Party
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Cedar Grove
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Florentine Clay
Valspar
Very similar
Red Earth
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Brickwork
Kilz
Very similar
Rojo Dust
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Clay .07
Colorhouse
Very similar
Antique Pink
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cajun Spice
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
Pure 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
Similar PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Cajun Spice.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Cajun Spice in your own space before committing.
What colors match Cajun Spice from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cajun Spice are Carter Red by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Relaxed Terra by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), It’s My Party by Vista Paint (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Cajun Spice's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.