Sparkling Garnet 10YR 12/375 is a red paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #9C4745, LRV 12 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Antique Red from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9C4745 · 10YR 12/375
Sparkling Garnet
12%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Sparkling Garnet Technical Profile
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Sparkling Garnet in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sparkling Garnet in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGSparkling Garnet
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsAntique Red
Antique Red
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Stagecoach
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Stagecoach
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Incarnadine
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Segovia Red
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Red My Mind
Behr
Nearly identical
Attar of Rose
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Fabulous Red
Valspar
Very similar
Kabuki
Kilz
Very similar
Rubyshire Red
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Pearl Pink
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sparkling Garnet
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sparkling Garnet
#9C4745
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A58B6F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sparkling Garnet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sparkling Garnet 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 Sparkling Garnet.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sparkling Garnet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sparkling Garnet have?
Sparkling Garnet 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 Sparkling Garnet in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sparkling Garnet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sparkling Garnet are Antique Red by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Stagecoach by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Stagecoach by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Sparkling Garnet'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 Sparkling Garnet?
Sparkling Garnet has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 12.0, 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
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sparkling Garnet's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.