Real Red 6868 is a red paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #BF2D32, LRV 13 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Lipstick Pencil from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BF2D32 · 6868
Real Red
13%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Real Red Technical Profile
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Real Red in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Real 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-WilliamsReal Red
Nearly identical
Vista PaintLipstick Pencil
Lipstick Pencil
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Hot Jazz
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Neon Red
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Atomic Red
Kilz
Nearly identical
Movie Star
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Edgy Red
Behr
Nearly identical
Raspberry Red
RAL
Very similar
Create .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Poppied Red
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Red Geranium
PPG
Very similar
Très Bien
Valspar
Very similar
Romesco
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Real Red
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Real Red
#BF2D32
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B98D66
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Real Red
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Real 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 Real 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.
Real Red — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Real Red have?
Real 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 Real Red in your own space before committing.
What colors match Real Red from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Real Red are Lipstick Pencil by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Hot Jazz by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Neon Red by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Real 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 Real Red?
Real Red has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 13.2, 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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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 Real Red's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.