Painted Desert Red 90RR 16/298 is a red paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #A65B61, estimated LRV 17 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Redbud from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #A65B61 · 90RR 16/298
Painted Desert Red
17%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Painted Desert Red Technical Profile
HEX Code#A65B61
RGB166, 91, 97
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 Painted Desert Red
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Painted Desert Red
#A65B61
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9685
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Painted Desert Red
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Painted Desert Red 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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Painted Desert Red — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Painted Desert Red have?
Painted Desert Red 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 Painted Desert Red from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Painted Desert Red are Redbud by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Earthy Red by Kilz (a very close match), Upholstery Red by Valspar (a very close match) — the best options for getting Painted Desert Red'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 Painted Desert Red?
Painted Desert Red 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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