Old Mahogany 98RR 06/206 is a red paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #693C3D, estimated LRV 7 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cascabel Chile from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #693C3D · 98RR 06/206
Old Mahogany
7%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Old Mahogany Technical Profile
HEX Code#693C3D
RGB105, 60, 61
Estimated LRV6.6
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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Color Familyred
BrandPPG
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#6A3B3D
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#693E42
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Colors That Work With Old Mahogany
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Old Mahogany
#693C3D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#826B56
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Old Mahogany
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Old Mahogany 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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Old Mahogany — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Old Mahogany have?
Old Mahogany 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 Old Mahogany from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Old Mahogany are Cascabel Chile by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Earthly Pleasure by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Covered Bridge by Hirshfield's (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Old Mahogany'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 Old Mahogany?
Old Mahogany has a estimated lightness value of 6.6, 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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