Candy Apple 04YR 11/537 is a red paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #964647, LRV 11 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cinnabar from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #964647 · 04YR 11/537
Candy Apple
11%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Candy Apple Technical Profile
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Candy Apple in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Candy Apple in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGCandy Apple
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreCinnabar
Cinnabar
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Red My Mind
Behr
Nearly identical
Fabulous Red
Valspar
Very similar
Attar of Rose
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Stagecoach
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Stagecoach
Vista Paint
Very similar
Incarnadine
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Antique Red
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Cinnamon Apple
Kilz
Very similar
Rubyshire Red
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Create .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Red Violet
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Candy Apple
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Candy Apple
#964647
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A2876D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Candy Apple
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Candy Apple 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 Candy Apple.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Candy Apple — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Candy Apple have?
Candy Apple 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 Candy Apple in your own space before committing.
What colors match Candy Apple from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Candy Apple are Cinnabar by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Maple Leaf Red by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Red My Mind by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Candy Apple'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 Candy Apple?
Candy Apple has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 11.3, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Candy Apple's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.