Claret Violet 4004 is a pink paint color from RAL. It has a hex value of #6E1C34, LRV 4 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Red Red Wine from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #6E1C34 · 4004
Claret Violet
4%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Claret Violet Technical Profile
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Claret Violet in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Claret Violet in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
RALClaret Violet
Nearly identical
BehrRed Red Wine
Red Red Wine
Behr
Nearly identical
Tyrian Red
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Cordova Burgundy
Vista Paint
Visible difference
Francesca
Kilz
Visible difference
Sophistication
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Borscht
Sherwin-Williams
Visible difference
Wood .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Jazzy Red
Valspar
Visible difference
Radicchio
Benjamin Moore
Visible difference
Classic Burgundy
PPG
Visible difference
Garnet Evening
Dunn-Edwards
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Claret Violet
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Claret Violet
#6E1C34
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#804B3D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Claret Violet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Claret Violet 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 Claret Violet.
More pink colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the pink family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Claret Violet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Claret Violet have?
Claret Violet by RAL has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the pink color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Claret Violet in your own space before committing.
What colors match Claret Violet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Claret Violet are Red Red Wine by Behr (a near-identical match), Red Brick by Behr (a very close match), Dark Crimson by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Claret Violet'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 Claret Violet?
Claret Violet has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 4.4, 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 Claret Violet's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.