Wild Poppy 9694 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #B85B57, LRV 18 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Antique Brick Red from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B85B57 · 9694
Wild Poppy
18%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Wild Poppy Technical Profile
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Wild Poppy in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Wild Poppy in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsWild Poppy
Nearly identical
PPGAntique Brick Red
Antique Brick Red
PPG
Nearly identical
Redwood City
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Brick Facade
Valspar
Very similar
Poppy Prose
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Poppy Prose
Vista Paint
Very similar
Heirloom Quilt
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Tandoor Spice
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Caribbean Coral
Behr
Very similar
Sedona Mountains
Kilz
Very similar
Romesco
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Pearl Pink
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Wild Poppy
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Wild Poppy
#B85B57
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B29B80
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Wild Poppy
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Wild Poppy 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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Wild Poppy — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Wild Poppy have?
Wild Poppy by Sherwin-Williams has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Wild Poppy in your own space before committing.
What colors match Wild Poppy from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Wild Poppy are Antique Brick Red by PPG (a near-identical match), Redwood City by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match), Brick Facade by Valspar (a very close match) — the best options for getting Wild Poppy'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 Wild Poppy?
Wild Poppy has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 18.4, 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 Wild Poppy's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.