Sockeye 6619 is a red paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #E49780, LRV 40 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pecos Spice from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #E49780 · 6619
Sockeye
40%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Sockeye Technical Profile
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Sockeye in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sockeye in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsSockeye
Nearly identical
BehrPecos Spice
Pecos Spice
Behr
Nearly identical
Sweetened Melon
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Opal Fire
PPG
Nearly identical
Sweet Papaya
Kilz
Nearly identical
Coral Rock
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Alexandra Peach
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Presidio Peach
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Coral Ridge
Valspar
Very similar
Alexandra Peach
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Naperon
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Beige Red
RAL
Visible difference
Petal .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sockeye
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sockeye
#E49780
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C1AB71
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sockeye
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sockeye 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 Sockeye.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sockeye — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sockeye have?
Sockeye 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 Sockeye in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sockeye from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sockeye are Pecos Spice by Behr (a near-identical match), Sweetened Melon by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Opal Fire by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Sockeye'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 Sockeye?
Sockeye has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 40.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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Related Reading
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 Sockeye's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.