California Claret 12YR 07/279 is a red paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #7D4240, LRV 9 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Shakker Red from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #7D4240 · 12YR 07/279
California Claret
9%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
California Claret Technical Profile
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California Claret in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to California Claret in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGCalifornia Claret
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sShakker Red
Shakker Red
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Vino Tinto
Behr
Nearly identical
Rich Leather
Kilz
Nearly identical
Gayle'S Rouge
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Shaker Red
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Spiced Berry
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Plum Raisin
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Red Barn
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Perennial Red
Valspar
Very similar
Eating Room Red
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Chestnut Brown
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With California Claret
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
California Claret
#7D4240
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#907A60
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for California Claret
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
California Claret 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 California Claret.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
California Claret — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does California Claret have?
California Claret 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 California Claret in your own space before committing.
What colors match California Claret from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to California Claret are Shakker Red by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Vino Tinto by Behr (a near-identical match), Red Wine by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting California Claret'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 California Claret?
California Claret has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 8.6, 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 California Claret's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.