Borscht 7578 is a red paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #72353D, LRV 7 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Raisin Torte from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #72353D · 7578
Borscht
7%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Borscht Technical Profile
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Borscht in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Borscht in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsBorscht
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreRaisin Torte
Raisin Torte
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Jazzy Red
Valspar
Nearly identical
Queen's Rose
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Garnet Evening
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Classic Burgundy
PPG
Nearly identical
Dark Cherry Tart
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Deco Red
Behr
Very similar
Tyrian Red
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Francesca
Kilz
Very similar
Preference Red
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Wood .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Wine Red
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Borscht
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Borscht
#72353D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#856755
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Borscht
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Borscht 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 Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Borscht.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Borscht — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Borscht have?
Borscht by Sherwin-Williams has a warm (pink) 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 Borscht in your own space before committing.
What colors match Borscht from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Borscht are Raisin Torte by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Jazzy Red by Valspar (a near-identical match), Queen's Rose by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Borscht'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 Borscht?
Borscht has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 6.5, 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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Related Reading
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 Borscht's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.