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Chinese Red
11%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Chinese Red Technical Profile
What color is Chinese Red? It's a dark warm red with the hex code #9E3E33. Colors similar to Chinese Red include Kilz Fahrenheit, Benjamin Moore Cochineal Red, Vista Paint Leaf Rust. Chinese Red has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 11, Chinese Red creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with creamy off-whites like Alabaster for trim, walnut or cherry hardwoods, and brass hardware — the warmth keeps reds from feeling clinical. Deep forest green or navy work as bold accent walls. Reds intensify under 2700K-3000K warm bulbs, deepening into wine territory. Under 4000K+ cool LEDs they can read pinker or slightly washed — sample under your actual room lighting before committing.
Colors Similar to Chinese Red
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
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 belongs to the red color family.
What colors match Chinese Red from other brands?
The closest matches are Fahrenheit by Kilz (#9D3A2F), Cochineal Red by Benjamin Moore (#9F4032), Leaf Rust by Vista Paint (#A0392F). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Chinese Red?
Chinese Red has an LRV of 11.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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.