Indian Paintbrush 18-32 is a red paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #AB5959, estimated LRV 17 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Deep Rose from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #AB5959 · 18-32
Indian Paintbrush
17%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Indian Paintbrush Technical Profile
HEX Code#AB5959
RGB171, 89, 89
Estimated LRV16.5
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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 Indian Paintbrush
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Indian Paintbrush
#AB5959
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9985
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Indian Paintbrush
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Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Indian Paintbrush 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
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Indian Paintbrush — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Indian Paintbrush have?
Indian Paintbrush by PPG has a warm (golden) 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 Indian Paintbrush from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Indian Paintbrush are Deep Rose by Valspar (a close digital match), The Ego Has Landed by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Poppy Prose by Vista Paint (a very close match) — the best options for getting Indian Paintbrush'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 Indian Paintbrush?
Indian Paintbrush has a estimated lightness value of 16.5, 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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