Reddened Earth 6053 is a red paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #9C6E63, estimated 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.
Sherwin-Williams · #9C6E63 · 6053
Reddened Earth
19%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Reddened Earth Technical Profile
HEX Code#9C6E63
RGB156, 110, 99
Estimated LRV19.1
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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Color Familyred
BrandSherwin-Williams
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Colors That Work With Reddened Earth
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Reddened Earth from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Reddened Earth are Mocha Red by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Safari Brown by PPG (a close digital match), Antique Rose by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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