Reddened Earth 6053 is a red paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #9C6E63, LRV 19 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mocha Red from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9C6E63 · 6053
Reddened Earth
19%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Reddened Earth Technical Profile
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Reddened Earth in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Reddened Earth in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsReddened Earth
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyMocha Red
Mocha Red
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Safari Brown
PPG
Nearly identical
Antique Rose
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Rio Grande Mud
Valspar
Very similar
Tea Room
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Point Sienna
Vista Paint
Very similar
Terra Cotta Sun
Behr
Very similar
Temptation
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Spanish Sherry
Kilz
Very similar
Picture Gallery Red
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Reddened Earth
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Reddened Earth
#9C6E63
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA185
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Reddened Earth
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Reddened Earth 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 Reddened Earth.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Reddened Earth — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Reddened Earth have?
Reddened Earth 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 Reddened Earth in your own space before committing.
What colors match Reddened Earth from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Reddened Earth are Mocha Red by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Safari Brown by PPG (a near-identical match), Antique Rose by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Reddened Earth'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 Reddened Earth?
Reddened Earth has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 19.1, 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 Reddened Earth's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.