Tanager 6601 is a red paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #A43834, LRV 11 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Deep Rose from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A43834 · 6601
Tanager
11%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
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Tanager in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Tanager in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsTanager
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreDeep Rose
Deep Rose
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Fire Cracker
Behr
Nearly identical
Leaf Rust
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Red Ink
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Sugared Maple
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Très Bien
Valspar
Very similar
Fahrenheit
Kilz
Very similar
Burning Bush
PPG
Very similar
Siren
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Orient Red
RAL
Very similar
Incarnadine
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Create .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Tanager
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tanager
#A43834
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AB8860
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tanager
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tanager 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 Tanager.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Tanager — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tanager have?
Tanager 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 Tanager in your own space before committing.
What colors match Tanager from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Tanager are Deep Rose by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Hot Tamale by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Fire Cracker by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Tanager'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 Tanager?
Tanager has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 11.0, 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 Tanager's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.