Pompeii Red 2911 is a red paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #940000 and LRV 6. Its closest cross-brand match is Heritage Red from Benjamin Moore (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #940000 · 2911
Pompeii Red
6%LRV Value
Pompeii Red Technical Profile
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Pompeii Red in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Pompeii 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-WilliamsPompeii Red
Very similar
Benjamin MooreHeritage Red
Heritage Red
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Tomato Red
RAL
Very similar
International Red
Dutch Boy
Visible difference
New Penny
Behr
Visible difference
Wood .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Majestic Ridge
Vista Paint
Visible difference
Fahrenheit
Kilz
Visible difference
April Love
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Smoked Paprika
Valspar
Visible difference
Red Ink
Dunn-Edwards
Visible difference
Crimson Red
PPG
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pompeii Red
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pompeii Red
#940000
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9F6428
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pompeii Red
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pompeii 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 Pompeii 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.
Pompeii Red — Frequently Asked Questions
What colors match Pompeii Red from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pompeii Red are Heritage Red by Benjamin Moore (a very close match), Tomato Red by RAL (a very close match), Signal Red by RAL (a close match) — the best options for getting Pompeii 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 Pompeii Red?
Pompeii Red has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 6.3, 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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Paint Sheen Guide
Flat, eggshell, satin, or semi-gloss — the right finish for Pompeii Red depends on the room. Here's how to choose.