Cherokee Red 13-02 is a red paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #824E4A, estimated LRV 11 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sweet Rosy Brown from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #824E4A · 13-02
Cherokee Red
11%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Cherokee Red Technical Profile
HEX Code#824E4A
RGB130, 78, 74
Estimated LRV10.7
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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#7F4B47
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Colors That Work With Cherokee Red
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cherokee Red
#824E4A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#998366
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cherokee Red
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cherokee 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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Cherokee Red — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cherokee Red have?
Cherokee 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 Cherokee Red from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cherokee Red are Sweet Rosy Brown by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Laurentian Red by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Brown Thrush by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Cherokee 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 Cherokee Red?
Cherokee Red has a estimated lightness value of 10.7, 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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