Decadent Red 2002-5A is a red paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #904C44, LRV 12 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Red Clay from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #904C44 · 2002-5A
Decadent Red
12%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Decadent Red Technical Profile
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Decadent Red in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Decadent Red in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparDecadent Red
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsRed Clay
Red Clay
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Rojo 0xido
Behr
Nearly identical
Quintessential
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Cedar Chest
PPG
Nearly identical
Onondaga Clay
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Rembrandt Ruby
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Quintessential
Vista Paint
Very similar
Daphne Rose
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Eating Room Red
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Red Ginseng
Kilz
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Decadent Red
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Decadent Red
#904C44
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9E8969
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Decadent Red
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Decadent 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 Decadent 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.
Decadent Red — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Decadent Red have?
Decadent 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 Decadent Red in your own space before committing.
What colors match Decadent Red from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Decadent Red are Red Clay by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Rojo 0xido by Behr (a near-identical match), Rusty Red by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Decadent 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 Decadent Red?
Decadent Red has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 11.5, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Decadent Red's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.