Poinsettia Red 05YR 15/555 is a red paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #C33E49, LRV 16 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Watermelon Red from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C33E49 · 05YR 15/555
Poinsettia Red
16%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Poinsettia Red Technical Profile
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Poinsettia Red in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Poinsettia Red in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGPoinsettia Red
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreWatermelon Red
Watermelon Red
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Precious Peony
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Glowing Scarlet
Behr
Nearly identical
Rosie O’Dell
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Red Icon
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Coral Bells
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Oh So Red
Valspar
Very similar
Poppied Red
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Romesco
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Atomic Red
Kilz
Very similar
Raspberry Red
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Poinsettia Red
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Poinsettia Red
#C33E49
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B99479
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for Poinsettia Red
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Poinsettia 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
Similar PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Poinsettia Red.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Poinsettia Red — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Poinsettia Red have?
Poinsettia Red 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 Poinsettia Red in your own space before committing.
What colors match Poinsettia Red from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Poinsettia Red are Watermelon Red by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Precious Peony by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Glowing Scarlet by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Poinsettia 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 Poinsettia Red?
Poinsettia Red has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 15.5, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Poinsettia Red's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.