Colonial Brick Red 70RR 16/207 is a red paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #946069, estimated LRV 16 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mi Amor from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #946069 · 70RR 16/207
Colonial Brick Red
16%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Colonial Brick Red Technical Profile
HEX Code#946069
RGB148, 96, 105
Estimated LRV15.7
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
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Colors That Work With Colonial Brick Red
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Colonial Brick Red
#946069
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A98C7E
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Colonial Brick Red
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Colonial Brick Red Room Palettes
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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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Colonial Brick Red — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Colonial Brick Red have?
Colonial Brick Red by PPG has a warm (pink) 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 Colonial Brick Red from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Colonial Brick Red are Mi Amor by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Prosperity by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Gentle Doe by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Colonial 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 Colonial Brick Red?
Colonial Brick Red has a estimated lightness value of 15.7, 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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