Chili Pepper 1057-5 is a red paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #CA7C74, LRV 28 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Rhapsody from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CA7C74 · 1057-5
Chili Pepper
28%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Chili Pepper Technical Profile
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Chili Pepper in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Chili Pepper in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGChili Pepper
Nearly identical
ValsparRhapsody
Rhapsody
Valspar
Nearly identical
Fireplace Glow
Behr
Nearly identical
Rouge
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Marble Pink
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Marble Pink
Vista Paint
Very similar
Coral Rose
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Preppy Pink
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Claret
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Brickwork
Kilz
Very similar
Red Earth
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Antique Pink
RAL
Very similar
Clay .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Chili Pepper
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Chili Pepper
#CA7C74
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B49E7E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Chili Pepper
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Chili Pepper 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 Chili Pepper.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Chili Pepper — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Chili Pepper have?
Chili Pepper 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 Chili Pepper in your own space before committing.
What colors match Chili Pepper from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Chili Pepper are Rhapsody by Valspar (a near-identical match), Fireplace Glow by Behr (a near-identical match), Rouge by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match) — the best options for getting Chili Pepper'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 Chili Pepper?
Chili Pepper has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 28.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Chili Pepper's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.