Terra Cotta Red 2004-3A is a red paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #C2584A, estimated LRV 19 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Before Winter from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #C2584A · 2004-3A
Terra Cotta Red
19%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Terra Cotta Red Technical Profile
HEX Code#C2584A
RGB194, 88, 74
Estimated LRV18.9
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyred
BrandValspar
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Colors That Work With Terra Cotta Red
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Terra Cotta Red
#C2584A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B7A07B
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Terra Cotta Red
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Terra Cotta 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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Terra Cotta Red — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Terra Cotta Red have?
Terra Cotta 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 Terra Cotta Red from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Terra Cotta Red are Before Winter by Behr (a close digital match), Grand Duke by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Claret Rose by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting Terra Cotta 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 Terra Cotta Red?
Terra Cotta Red has a estimated lightness value of 18.9, 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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