Oh So Red 1009-1 is a red paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #BE4948, LRV 16 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Romesco from Farrow & Ball (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BE4948 · 1009-1
Oh So Red
16%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Oh So Red Technical Profile
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Oh So Red in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Oh So Red in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparOh So Red
Nearly identical
Farrow & BallRomesco
Romesco
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Red Parrot
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Cherry Red
Behr
Nearly identical
Luscious Scarlet
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Wright Tanager Red
PPG
Nearly identical
Mullen Pink
Vista Paint
Very similar
Empower
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Lady in Red
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Enticing Red
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Pearl Pink
RAL
Very similar
Red Flare
Kilz
Very similar
Petal .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Oh So Red
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Oh So Red
#BE4948
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B6997C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Oh So Red
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Oh So 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 Oh So 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.
Oh So Red — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Oh So Red have?
Oh So 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 Oh So Red in your own space before committing.
What colors match Oh So Red from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Oh So Red are Romesco by Farrow & Ball (a near-identical match), Red Parrot by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Cherry Red by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Oh So 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 Oh So Red?
Oh So Red has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 16.2, 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 Oh So Red's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.