Bright Red 1010-2 is a red paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #AD3C44, LRV 13 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Ladybug Red from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #AD3C44 · 1010-2
Bright Red
13%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Bright Red Technical Profile
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Bright Red in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Bright Red in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparBright Red
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreLadybug Red
Ladybug Red
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Red Rose Bouquet
PPG
Nearly identical
Pomegranate Red
Behr
Nearly identical
Moonrose
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Red-Y for Fun
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Moonrose
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Kabuki
Kilz
Very similar
Incarnadine
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Rubyshire Red
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Antique Red
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Raspberry Red
RAL
Visible difference
Create .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Bright Red
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bright Red
#AD3C44
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AF896D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bright Red
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bright 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 Bright Red.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Bright Red — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bright Red have?
Bright Red by Valspar 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 Bright Red in your own space before committing.
What colors match Bright Red from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Bright Red are Ladybug Red by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Red Rose Bouquet by PPG (a near-identical match), Lyons Red by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Bright Red'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 Bright Red?
Bright Red has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 12.5, 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 Bright Red's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.