Ref. #904929 · 8002-12F
Red Maple
11%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Red Maple Technical Profile
What color is Red Maple? It's a dark warm orange with the hex code #904929. Colors similar to Red Maple include Behr Chestnut Stallion, Dutch Boy Caramel Brown, Dutch Boy Terra Cotta. Red Maple has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 11, Red Maple creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with warm whites like White Dove, white oak floors, and unlacquered brass or copper hardware. Terracotta tile or deep green plants complete an earthy warm palette. Oranges glow under 2700K warm bulbs, deepening into rich amber. Under 4000K cool light they can lose warmth and shift toward beige — particularly true for muted or dusty oranges.
Colors Similar to Red Maple
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Red Maple
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Red Maple
#904929
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9D8E4F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Red Maple
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Red Maple 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 Red Maple.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Red Maple — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Red Maple have?
Red Maple by Valspar has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Red Maple from other brands?
The closest matches are Chestnut Stallion by Behr (#8E4520), Caramel Brown by Dutch Boy (#8D5033), Terra Cotta by Dutch Boy (#864326). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Red Maple?
Red Maple has an LRV of 10.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Red Maple's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.