Radiant Red 1009-3 is a red paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #8F3841, LRV 9 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pomegranate from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8F3841 · 1009-3
Radiant Red
9%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Radiant Red Technical Profile
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Radiant Red in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Radiant Red in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparRadiant Red
Nearly identical
Benjamin MoorePomegranate
Pomegranate
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Red Velvet
Behr
Nearly identical
Radiant Raspberry
Kilz
Nearly identical
Romp
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Red Delicious
PPG
Nearly identical
Royal Red Flush
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Wild Rose
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Luxurious Red
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Rosebud Red
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Red Violet
RAL
Very similar
Create .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Incarnadine
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Radiant Red
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Radiant Red
#8F3841
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9E765C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Radiant Red
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Radiant 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 Radiant 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.
Radiant Red — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Radiant Red have?
Radiant 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 Radiant Red in your own space before committing.
What colors match Radiant Red from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Radiant Red are Pomegranate by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Red Velvet by Behr (a near-identical match), Radiant Raspberry by Kilz (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Radiant 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 Radiant Red?
Radiant Red has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 9.0, 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 Radiant Red's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.