Red Violet 4002 is a red paint color from RAL. It has a hex value of #922B3E, LRV 8 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Velvet Cake from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #922B3E · 4002
Red Violet
8%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Red Violet Technical Profile
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Red Violet in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Red Violet in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
RALRed Violet
Nearly identical
Vista PaintVelvet Cake
Velvet Cake
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Velvet Cake
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Red Velvet
Behr
Very similar
Cherry Burst
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Rosebud Red
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Radiant Red
Valspar
Very similar
Red Delicious
PPG
Very similar
Crimson Strawberry
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Radiant Raspberry
Kilz
Very similar
Create .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Radish
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Red Violet
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Red Violet
#922B3E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9F6A51
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Red Violet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Red 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 Red Violet.
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 Violet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Red Violet have?
Red Violet 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 Violet in your own space before committing.
What colors match Red Violet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Red Violet are Velvet Cake by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), American Rose by Vista Paint (a very close match), Velvet Cake by Hirshfield's (a very close match) — the best options for getting Red 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 Red Violet?
Red Violet has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 8.2, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Red Violet's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.