Firecracker 1190-6 is a red paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #C26157, LRV 21 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Quite Coral from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C26157 · 1190-6
Firecracker
21%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Firecracker Technical Profile
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Firecracker in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Firecracker in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGFirecracker
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsQuite Coral
Quite Coral
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Caribbean Coral
Behr
Nearly identical
Tandoor Spice
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Island Salsa
Valspar
Very similar
Crimson
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Angelic Choir
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Angelic Choir
Vista Paint
Very similar
Southwestern Clay
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Hibiscus Tea
Kilz
Very similar
Pearl Pink
RAL
Visible difference
Romesco
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Firecracker
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Firecracker
#C26157
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B69E7C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Firecracker
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Firecracker 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 Firecracker.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Firecracker — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Firecracker have?
Firecracker 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 Firecracker in your own space before committing.
What colors match Firecracker from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Firecracker are Quite Coral by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Caribbean Coral by Behr (a near-identical match), Japanese Kimono by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Firecracker'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 Firecracker?
Firecracker has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 20.7, 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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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 Firecracker's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.