Ref. #825E57 · 1006-9B
Brickstone Red
13%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Brickstone Red Technical Profile
What color is Brickstone Red? It's a deep warm neutral with the hex code #825E57. Colors similar to Brickstone Red include Behr Chocolate Curl, Dunn-Edwards Wild West, Hirshfield's Liberty. Brickstone Red has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 13, Brickstone Red creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Brickstone Red pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Brickstone Red
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Brickstone Red
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Brickstone Red
#825E57
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9E8E6E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Brickstone Red
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Brickstone Red 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 Brickstone Red.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Brickstone Red — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Brickstone Red have?
Brickstone Red by Valspar has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Brickstone Red from other brands?
The closest matches are Chocolate Curl by Behr (#866058), Wild West by Dunn-Edwards (#7E5C52), Liberty by Hirshfield's (#885D53). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Brickstone Red?
Brickstone Red has an LRV of 13.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Brickstone Red's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.