Red Gumball 1187-7 is a red paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #AC3A3E, estimated LRV 12 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Winter Poinsettia from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #AC3A3E · 1187-7
Red Gumball
12%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Red Gumball Technical Profile
HEX Code#AC3A3E
RGB172, 58, 62
Estimated LRV12.1
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 Red Gumball
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Red Gumball
#AC3A3E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AF8A6A
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Red Gumball
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Red Gumball 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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Red Gumball — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Red Gumball have?
Red Gumball 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 Red Gumball from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Red Gumball are Winter Poinsettia by Behr (a close digital match), Classic Red by Valspar (a close digital match), Red-Y for Fun by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Red Gumball'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 Red Gumball?
Red Gumball has a estimated lightness value of 12.1, 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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