Old Mahogany 98RR 06/206 is a red paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #693C3D, 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.
Ref. #693C3D · 98RR 06/206
Old Mahogany
7%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Old Mahogany Technical Profile
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Old Mahogany in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Old Mahogany in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGOld Mahogany
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreCascabel Chile
Cascabel Chile
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Earthly Pleasure
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Covered Bridge
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Spanish Tile
Valspar
Nearly identical
Imperial Jewel
Behr
Nearly identical
Folklore
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Boysenberry Pie
Kilz
Very similar
Aged Beauty
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Preference Red
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Carriage Door
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Chestnut Brown
RAL
Very similar
Wood .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Old Mahogany
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
Pure 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
Similar PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Old Mahogany.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Old Mahogany in your own space before committing.
What colors match Old Mahogany from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Old Mahogany are Cascabel Chile by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Earthly Pleasure by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Covered Bridge by Hirshfield's (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Old Mahogany's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.