Antique Burgundy 1011-8 is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #493C3F, LRV 5 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Polished Leather from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #493C3F · 1011-8
Antique Burgundy
5%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Antique Burgundy Technical Profile
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Antique Burgundy in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Antique Burgundy in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparAntique Burgundy
Nearly identical
BehrPolished Leather
Polished Leather
Behr
Nearly identical
Cassel Earth
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Deep Rum Raisin
PPG
Nearly identical
Plum Brown
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Desert Fig
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Dark Basalt
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Beauport Aubergine
Vista Paint
Very similar
Eleanor Ann
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Paean Black
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Grey Brown
RAL
Very similar
Mulberry
Kilz
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Antique Burgundy
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Antique Burgundy
#493C3F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6E544A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Antique Burgundy
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Antique Burgundy 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 Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Antique Burgundy.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Antique Burgundy — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Antique Burgundy have?
Antique Burgundy by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Antique Burgundy in your own space before committing.
What colors match Antique Burgundy from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Antique Burgundy are Polished Leather by Behr (a near-identical match), Cassel Earth by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Smooth Coffee by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Antique Burgundy'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 Antique Burgundy?
Antique Burgundy has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 5.0, 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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