Dusty Brick 70RR 23/173 is a red paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #A6787F, estimated LRV 23 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Smoke Bush Rose from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #A6787F · 70RR 23/173
Dusty Brick
23%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Dusty Brick Technical Profile
HEX Code#A6787F
RGB166, 120, 127
Estimated LRV23.1
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.
Color Familyred
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Dusty Brick
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dusty Brick
#A6787F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9385
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dusty Brick
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dusty Brick 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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Dusty Brick — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dusty Brick have?
Dusty Brick 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 Dusty Brick from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dusty Brick are Smoke Bush Rose by Behr (a close digital match), Lover's Tryst by Hirshfield's (a very close match), Handmade Red by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match) — the best options for getting Dusty Brick'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 Dusty Brick?
Dusty Brick has a estimated lightness value of 23.1, 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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