Red Orange 2001 is a red paint color from RAL. It has a hex value of #C93C20, LRV 16 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Steelhead Redd from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C93C20 · 2001
Red Orange
16%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Red Orange Technical Profile
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Red Orange in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Red Orange in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
RALRed Orange
Nearly identical
ValsparSteelhead Redd
Steelhead Redd
Valspar
Nearly identical
Fire Coral
Behr
Very similar
Tomato Tango
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Cayenne
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Bonfire Flame
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Terracotta
Dutch Boy
Very similar
China Rouge
Vista Paint
Very similar
Petal .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Orange Vermillion
PPG
Visible difference
Sweet Baby Rose
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Scorching Hot
Kilz
Visible difference
Charlotte's Locks
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Red Orange
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Red Orange
#C93C20
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BF9E5D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Red Orange
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Red Orange 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 Red Orange.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Red Orange — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Red Orange have?
Red Orange 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 Red Orange in your own space before committing.
What colors match Red Orange from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Red Orange are Steelhead Redd by Valspar (a near-identical match), Fire Coral by Behr (a very close match), Tomato Tango by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting Red Orange'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 Orange?
Red Orange has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 15.8, 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 Red Orange's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.