Colonial Red 10YR 09/250 is a red paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #7F4644, LRV 9 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cherry Bark from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #7F4644 · 10YR 09/250
Colonial Red
9%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Colonial Red Technical Profile
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Colonial Red in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Colonial Red in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGColonial Red
Nearly identical
BehrCherry Bark
Cherry Bark
Behr
Nearly identical
Shakker Red
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Rich Leather
Kilz
Nearly identical
Sweet Rosy Brown
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Richardson Brick
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Red Maple Leaf
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Red Barn
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Gayle'S Rouge
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Perennial Red
Valspar
Very similar
Eating Room Red
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Chestnut Brown
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Colonial Red
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Colonial Red
#7F4644
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#947D62
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Colonial Red
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Colonial 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 Colonial Red.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Colonial Red — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Colonial Red have?
Colonial Red 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 Colonial Red in your own space before committing.
What colors match Colonial Red from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Colonial Red are Cherry Bark by Behr (a near-identical match), Shakker Red by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Vino Tinto by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Colonial 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 Red?
Colonial Red has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 9.3, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Colonial Red's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.