Chinese Red 57 is a red paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #9E3E33, LRV 11 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Fahrenheit from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9E3E33 · 57
Chinese Red
11%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Chinese Red Technical Profile
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Chinese Red in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Chinese Red in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsChinese Red
Nearly identical
KilzFahrenheit
Fahrenheit
Kilz
Nearly identical
Cochineal Red
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Leaf Rust
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Fire Cracker
Behr
Nearly identical
Red Revival
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Rum Punch
PPG
Very similar
Regaled Red
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Dark Marmalade
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Très Bien
Valspar
Very similar
Incarnadine
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Copper Brown
RAL
Very similar
Create .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Chinese Red
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Chinese Red
#9E3E33
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A88A5C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Chinese Red
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Chinese 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 Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Chinese 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.
Chinese Red — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Chinese Red have?
Chinese Red by Sherwin-Williams 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 Chinese Red in your own space before committing.
What colors match Chinese Red from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Chinese Red are Fahrenheit by Kilz (a near-identical match), Cochineal Red by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Leaf Rust by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Chinese 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 Chinese Red?
Chinese Red has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 11.0, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Chinese Red's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.