Classic Brick Red 50YR 16/295 is a brown paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #9E654F, LRV 17 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mayflower Red from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9E654F · 50YR 16/295
Classic Brick Red
17%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Classic Brick Red Technical Profile
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Classic Brick Red in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Classic Brick Red in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGClassic Brick Red
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreMayflower Red
Mayflower Red
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Spiced Tea
Kilz
Nearly identical
Ruddy Oak
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Fox Wood
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Spiced Carrot
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Antique Copper
Behr
Very similar
Sienna Red
Valspar
Very similar
Brandi-Ed Orange
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Roycroft Adobe
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Picture Gallery Red
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Clay .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Classic Brick Red
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Classic Brick Red
#9E654F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A69C7A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Classic Brick Red
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Classic Brick 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
Similar PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Classic Brick Red.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Classic Brick Red — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Classic Brick Red have?
Classic Brick Red by PPG has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the brown color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Classic Brick Red in your own space before committing.
What colors match Classic Brick Red from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Classic Brick Red are Mayflower Red by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Burnt Sienna by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Spiced Tea by Kilz (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Classic Brick 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 Classic Brick Red?
Classic Brick Red has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 17.1, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Classic Brick Red's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.