Red Ochre 2011-4 is a red paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #A85551, estimated LRV 15 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Salsa Red from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #A85551 · 2011-4
Red Ochre
15%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Red Ochre Technical Profile
HEX Code#A85551
RGB168, 85, 81
Estimated LRV15.4
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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Color Familyred
BrandValspar
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Colors That Work With Red Ochre
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Red Ochre
#A85551
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AC9880
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Red Ochre
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Red Ochre 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
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Red Ochre — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Red Ochre have?
Red Ochre by Valspar has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the red color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Red Ochre from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Red Ochre are Salsa Red by PPG (a close digital match), Red Rainboot by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Red Ginseng by Kilz (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Red Ochre'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 Red Ochre?
Red Ochre has a estimated lightness value of 15.4, 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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