Muted Red 1008-5A is a red paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #925559, LRV 13 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mesa Red from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #925559 · 1008-5A
Muted Red
13%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Muted Red Technical Profile
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Muted Red in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Muted Red in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparMuted Red
Nearly identical
PPGMesa Red
Mesa Red
PPG
Nearly identical
Tawny Port
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Carpe Diem
Behr
Nearly identical
Cinnamon Apple
Kilz
Very similar
Rambling Rose
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
In a Maroon Mood
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Flowering Chestnut
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Flowering Chestnut
Vista Paint
Very similar
Eating Room Red
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Depression Glass
Dutch Boy
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Muted Red
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Muted Red
#925559
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A48A76
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Muted Red
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Muted 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 Muted 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.
Muted Red — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Muted Red have?
Muted 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 Muted Red in your own space before committing.
What colors match Muted Red from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Muted Red are Mesa Red by PPG (a near-identical match), Tawny Port by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Pomegranate Punch by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Muted 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 Muted Red?
Muted Red has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 13.3, 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 Muted Red's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.