Carmine Red 3002 is a red paint color from RAL. It has a hex value of #A2231D, LRV 9 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is New Penny from Behr (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A2231D · 3002
Carmine Red
9%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Carmine Red Technical Profile
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Carmine Red in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Carmine Red in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
RALCarmine Red
Very similar
BehrNew Penny
New Penny
Behr
Very similar
Heritage Red
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
International Red
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Leaf Rust
Vista Paint
Very similar
Fahrenheit
Kilz
Very similar
Tanager
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Très Bien
Valspar
Visible difference
Red Ink
Dunn-Edwards
Visible difference
Siren
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Create .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Crimson Red
PPG
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Carmine Red
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Carmine Red
#A2231D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AC7E46
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Carmine Red
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Carmine 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 RAL Colors
Other RAL colors close to Carmine 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.
Carmine Red — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Carmine Red have?
Carmine Red by RAL 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 Carmine Red in your own space before committing.
What colors match Carmine Red from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Carmine Red are New Penny by Behr (a very close match), Rodeo Red by Behr (a very close match), Heritage Red by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting Carmine 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 Carmine Red?
Carmine Red has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 9.0, 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 Carmine Red's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.