Russet Red 2011-7 is a red paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #944F43, estimated LRV 12 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Powdered Brick from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #944F43 · 2011-7
Russet Red
12%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Russet Red Technical Profile
HEX Code#944F43
RGB148, 79, 67
Estimated LRV12.3
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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Color Familyred
BrandValspar
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#945046
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Colors That Work With Russet Red
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Russet Red
#944F43
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A18D69
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Russet Red
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Russet 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
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Russet Red — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Russet Red have?
Russet Red 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 Russet Red from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Russet Red are Powdered Brick by Behr (a close digital match), Deep Poinsettia by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Smokin Hot by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Russet 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 Russet Red?
Russet Red has a estimated lightness value of 12.3, 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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